Digital Media, Culture And Society Ma

University of Brighton

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1 year

Course duration

8/31/2025

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US$19242

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The Digital Media, Culture and Society MA is an innovative programme that stays responsive to key developments in contemporary digital media, culture and society. 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. It covers key theoretical debates, drawing from local, national and global contexts to help you develop the critical and methodological skills necessary for researching the role of digital technologies in culture and society. Our knowledge-exchange activities engage us with diverse businesses, communities and policy actors including media, publishers, digital companies, community groups and NGOs, which will allow you to make professional contacts during your studies. The course 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. Why study with us? The Digital Media, Culture and Society MA programme provides cutting edge research-led teaching by subject experts. In an era of big data, our research explores how datafication impacts upon everyday life and notions of surveillance, as well as its contribution to future cities through intelligent and sustainable transport. Being located in the vibrant digital sector of Brighton gives you a unique advantage in terms of employability and networking. We also pay attention to emerging technologies and social change, exploring locative media, science, technology, digital health, digital citizenship, policy, governance and education. We have a focus on questions of exclusion, inclusion, identity formation and the role of creative media in affecting social change. We are part of the Digital Catapult Centre Brighton, creating links between universities and business and focusing on projects that encourage innovation and value for real-time and location-based data. Careers We take topical elements of media education, creative industries, literacy theory, and communication and media studies and offer students a suite of modules to fit career goals, family and working patterns, and personal interests. 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. Being taught by researchers active in these areas will help prepare you for doctoral (PhD) study. Previous students include PhD candidates at Salford and Brighton, a lecturer at the University of Sussex, a journalist and presenter at the Chongqing Broadcasting Group, an employee in the public diplomacy division at NATO, the founder of Australia's Swarn Conference, a project manager at Agile Impact Group, and a creative producer at the International Symposium of Electronic Art.

For international students

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. IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. TOEFL iBT 85 overall, 18 in writing, 10 in reading, 10 in listening and 17 in speaking.

1 year - Full time

Fee

£14,900.00 (US$ 19,242) per yearThe fee for 2024/25 entry is: £14,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry. This is a fixed fee Please check with institution

Start Date

8/31/2025

Address

Moulsecoomb Campus, Lewes Road, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, BN2 4GA, SOUTHERN ENGLAND, England

About

The University of Brighton is a public university spread across four campuses in Brighton and Eastbourne in the UK, offering over 200 programmes in subjects ranging from illustration to engineering. The University holds many accolades, including the TEF Silver Award, which recognises its high-quality teaching.
Throughout their time at the institution, students have the chance to undertake work placements on their course to gain practical experience in the industry of their choice. This has resulted in 94.4% of graduates going on to find work within six months of graduating (DLHE). Students also benefit from a dedicated careers service, which offers everything from one-to-one guidance with an advisor, to help with writing a stand-out CV and cover letter.
There are over 60 sports clubs and more than 100 student societies on offer at the University, and students are encouraged to get involved in some to meet new friends, pursue their interests and gain a new skill for their CV. There is also the option of starting their own society.
It is important to the institution that all students feel happy and safe during their time learning, and are well looked after with a range of support services. These include a confidential counselling team, LGBTQ+ support, access to study tutors, information on health and wellbeing and a dedicated service for those with a disability or special need.
During their degree, students can apply to study abroad at an exchange university. This is an ideal way for them to learn about a new culture, experience life in another country and gain confidence while facing new challenges.

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