MA Digital Media and Society

The Digital Media and Society MA course at the University of Sheffield offers an analytical and theoretical perspective on developments in digital media and its social impact. This course would be ideal for individuals or professionals who wish to gain knowledge on the impact of the internet, social media, mobile & other digital channels on our social and personal lives, and the business world.Course Content: The course combines theory and practice, with a focus on the social, political, economic and cultural impact of digital media. Students will be involved in the analysis of contemporary media practices and gain an understanding of the fundamental shifts occurring in digital technology. Key Modules: This course is split up into various modules such as ‘Digital Identities and Personal Lives’, ‘Digital Economies and Digital work’, ‘Social Media, Audience and Value’, 'Digital Methods’ and ‘Digital Media and Society Dissertation’. It also offers optional modules like “Researching Social Media” and "Big Data in Digital Society".Future Careers: Graduates from this course could potentially go on to work in digital marketing, academia, journalism, digital policy, strategic development roles, digital consultancy, governmental and public sector management, or continue with further research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.