BSc Sociology (Digital Media)

Brunel University offers a Sociology and Digital Media BSc course that combines two diverse and exciting fields to equip students with an understanding of social and cultural theory alongside new multimedia and digital technologies. The course not only enables students to comprehend how the digital world shapes and is shaped by social, cultural, political and economic forces but also trains them to apply this understanding of social science to different technologies.Course Content: Beginning with an introduction to digital media and sociological theories, the course looks at the important social issues surrounding digital media. Issues such as identity, community, family, crime and globalisation and how they are affected by the use of technology are studied. Moreover, digital research methods, multimedia skills and other relevant technology skills are covered. The course provides opportunities for students to undertake real-world research projects, apply their skills to various situations and build a portfolio of work.Key Modules: The key modules include Basics of Digital Media, Sociological Theories, Digital Research Methods, Understanding Social Change and Digital Media and Production. These modules help students gain essential insights into the world of sociology and digital media and help them to develop the skills required for the field.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can look forward to varied career opportunities. They can work in fields such as digital marketing, social media management, web development and digital media production. Graduates can also look forward to careers in research and project management or pursue higher education.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.