Digital Media in Human Development Leiden University

Overview

It is impossible to imagine life today without new media. This Digital Media in Human Development MSc programme at Leiden University distinguishes itself from other programmes in the field of digital media by paying explicit attention to the role of digital media in child rearing, education and the treatment of problems, and how digital media influence child development.

Child rearing and instruction are changing under the influence of digital media, that is characterized by rapid developments in applications for computers, mobile telephony, handhelds, virtual reality, internet, MOOCs, serious gaming and other digital devices and techniques.

Given the new opportunities offered by digital media, but also the inherent dangers and risks, it is essential to equip students who will be taking up practical, policy oriented and scientific positions in this field with evidence based knowledge.

Internship

• An important part of the master specialisation Digital Media in Human Development is the internship. 

• The internship is either practical – schools, companies, publishers of books and teaching methods, gaming industry, staff development, etc. – or a research internship. 

• You learn to apply your scientifical knowledge and academic skills in a realistic working environment and to operate independently and responsibly in an organization. 

• During your internship you develop your skills in practice or in scientific research.