Pop culture can influence values, connect people, provide entertainment, foster innovation and promote economic growth. It can even be a tool for education and social change.

The Department of Contemporary Culture and Representation cultivates a range of skills in both the practice and the critical study of contemporary popular culture. Its research interests include movies, animation, TV series, manga, popular music, digital culture, performing arts, visual arts, fashion, games, design, photography, modern art and media production as well as social media and modern literature in general including magazines.

The combination of theoretical and practical learning prepares students for a range of career paths after graduation.