Bachelor
International Bachelor Communication and Media
★ StudyPath verdict
7.2/10
Best for students interested in the societal, political and economic dimensions of media and communication. Trade-off: more theoretical and research-oriented than hands-on production programmes.
Tuition · Intl
↗?
intl not published · EU: €2,694 ↗
Duration
3 years
180 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by Mar 26
Language
English
IELTS 7+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2019
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗472
DUO ↑52% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗34:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
7
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Any VWO
profile required ↗
Satisfaction
↗3.8/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
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no data yet
Median salary
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no data yet
Alumni
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no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 25 Jun 2026
About this program
Explore the world of media and its political, economic, and cultural impact. Pursue opportunities for international exchange, and go on to advanced studies or a top-flight career in communications.
The Communications and Media programme's academic year is divided into four terms, starting in September and finishing at the end of June. Each term comprises three different courses. This not only ensures that the workload and exams are spread evenly throughout the year, but also encourages you to work in a disciplined and effective way.
The International Bachelor programme in Communication and Media (IBCoM) facilitates and stimulates cooperative learning. It also encourages you to think critically and generate new knowledge, rather than simply accumulating facts. All courses feature a combination of instruction, interaction, and practical training, including applying theoretical knowledge to actual cases. You will also have the opportunity to work in groups and develop your team skills.
Institution’s own description (HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase)
English180 ECTSBachelor of ScienceField area: Behaviour & SocietySector: Taal en CommunicatieCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeBachelor
Teaching formats
Case studyGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentLectureLiterature studyOral presentationProject
About Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam, named after the famous Dutch humanist, is a leading research university founded in 1913. Home to Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), one of Europe's top business schools, and strong medicine program. Located in modern, architecturally innovative Rotterdam.
Living in Rotterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€580/mo
Monthly total
€850–€1,600
Cost of living
Medium
Population
651k
Modern, innovative, and business-oriented. Rotterdam is less touristy than Amsterdam, offering a more authentic Dutch experience. The city is known for its contemporary architecture and entrepreneurial spirit.
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Tracks from HOVI
IBCoM Honours ProgrammeHonourstraject
The IBCoM Honours Programme is an extra-credit course (15 ECTS) that runs over three academic blocks. The programme is open—by invitation only—to IBCoM's most talented and highly m…
Communication and Politics (C&P)Graduation track
Communication and Business (C&B)Graduation track
Communication, Culture and Society (CCS)Graduation track
Media and Entertainment (M&E)Graduation track
International and Global Communication (IGC)Graduation track
+1 more tracks
Source: HOVI via Studiekeuzedatabase
Curriculum
Course structure by year
?No curriculum data yet
Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Where bachelor graduates continue
Mediastudies (1-jarig)32%
Marketing Management28%
Business Administration18%
Communicatiewetenschap11%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Continue to year 289%
Complete this degree79%
Continue studying after graduating58%
Women among first-years81%
Say workload is “just right”65%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
3.8/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 164 respondents
Content & set-up3.7
Teachers3.7
Atmosphere4.1
Involvement & contact3.8
Study guidance3.8
Testing & assessment3.5
Facilities4
Career preparation3.3
Teachers' English4.3
Would choose again3.8
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Application timeline
Application deadline
2026-03-15
Non-EU deadline
2026-03-15
Application deadline
2027-03-15
Non-EU deadline
2027-03-15
Upcoming open days
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 7
- TOEFL computer based: 237
- TOEFL internet based: 92
Scholarships
?No data yet
Internships
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