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Overview
The programme is aimed at both professionals and media graduates wishing to pursue or develop their interests in how advances in digital media shape our cultural, political and social lives.
The course engages with some of the most exciting and pressing issues of our time, such as activism, big data, the cultural and creative economy, participatory and creative media, everyday life, future cities, social wellbeing and identity.
The Digital Media, Culture and Society MA from University of Brighton offers flexible modes of study through online distance or campus learning – full-time or part-time. There are also opportunities to complete shorter programmes at both certificate and diploma level.
Careers
Graduates of the MA will be able to:
- demonstrate a range of analytical, critical, collaborative practice and professional skills relevant to the digital media sector.
- understand how cultural, social and economic differences operate in mediated environments, and how they are changing with new media technologies.
- use a range of research methods and work within diverse disciplinary and professional paradigms.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Practising Media Research
- Understanding Digital Culture and Society
- Debates in Digital Media: Policy, literacy and social inclusion
- Dissertation
- Options
- Participatory Media Production for Social Change
- Collaborative Documentary Media Production
- Professional Media Practice: Industries and cultures
- Digital Cities
- Big Data, Culture and Society
- Social and Digital Media Activism
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
Generally there's no deadline for applying for a postgraduate course at Brighton.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 84
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Anthropology Sociology Media Studies & Mass Media View 551 other Masters in Sociology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 84
Other requirements
General requirements
While a bachelor degree (2:2 in a related subject) is the conventional path into the qualification, there is recognition of professional practice and experience. In your application, please tell us about you, your expertise, and what has drawn you to the qualification.
Tuition Fee
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International
15461 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15461 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8856 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8856 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Brighton
815 - 1383 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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