Student review [#95160] for Digital Communication + Audiovisual Communication
at University of Aveiro

I’m finishing my Master’s degree in Audiovisual Communication for New Media at the University of Aveiro. Before the Master’s, I also completed my Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia and Communication Technologies at UA. In my first year, the course was still called New Communication Technologies, but the name changed in my second year.
Overall, I felt that the course evolved a lot from the first to the second year. In the beginning, there was a strong focus on design and audiovisual work, and in the following years, the emphasis shifted more towards programming. Since I’ve always identified more with the creative side video, photography, and social media management the last two years were a bit more challenging for me. The degree involves a lot of group projects, probably around 90%, which isn’t always easy since everyone thinks differently. Still, I understand the value of that, as teamwork is essential in this field and reflects real professional practice.
The Master’s, on the other hand, has been an incredible experience. It’s much more focused on the audiovisual area, which is exactly what I love. Even the group projects went really well, and the course is very practical. There are also collaborations with RTP, which brings students closer to the job market and gives a real boost to our professional journey. Of course, in the first year there are some topics that had already been covered during the Bachelor’s, but they’re useful for introducing new perspectives on the field.
The University of Aveiro is a lively and dynamic place where there’s always something happening. I remember that when I first found out I had been accepted to Aveiro, I was a bit upset it was my fourth choice, and I was afraid of living far from home and my friends. But now, I honestly couldn’t imagine studying anywhere else. I feel happy, fulfilled, and deeply grateful for everything I’ve experienced here.

So, come to UA 🤍