The IfK's research is diverse. It is dedicated to traditional fields of research such as political communication and the reception and impact of media, as well as newer fields that have become increasingly important to society and science in recent years - such as privacy, science communication and health communication. Bachelor's and Master's students also benefit from the diverse expertise of IfK staff, who can choose courses on a wide range of topics. On the following pages, we present all research fields in detail.

Research at the IfK is project-orientated and is always dedicated to new, relevant questions. On the one hand, this applies to the students, who plan, carry out and present their own research projects in their seminars. On the other hand, IfK researchers are involved in various research projects with partners both inside and outside TU Dresden. Clients and sponsors include the media, cultural institutions, companies and state or European institutions. On the following pages you will find an overview of current and completed projects.

Research at the IfK is innovative. It is characterised by the many young scientists who do their doctorates, research and teach at the IfK. Even students are given the opportunity to present the research projects from their theses and engage in dialogue with society at the IfK Booster Association's regular Praxisforum. The IfK is also involved in various interdisciplinary programmes such as the Boysen-TU Dresden Graduate School and the Schaufler Kolleg@TU Dresden. On the following pages you will find all the important information about doctoral programmes at the IfK and the research training groups.