Digital Media, Culture and Society, MA
Swansea University
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COURSE OVERVIEW:The MA in Digital Media, Culture and Society explores the colourful past, present and future of digital media.Ideal for recent graduates or current professionals, this course offers a fresh contemporary angle on the biggest societal issues of today, drawing upon our expertise in media and communication studies.You will explore the business and politics of digital media with leading academics, combining theoretical and applied perspectives to give a robust framework for ...Read more

COURSE OVERVIEW:

The MA in Digital Media, Culture and Society explores the colourful past, present and future of digital media.

Ideal for recent graduates or current professionals, this course offers a fresh contemporary angle on the biggest societal issues of today, drawing upon our expertise in media and communication studies.

You will explore the business and politics of digital media with leading academics, combining theoretical and applied perspectives to give a robust framework for understanding contemporary debates.

Also covered are academic trends within the study of digital media and technology, and the common research methodologies appropriate in the field, and highly desired by employers.

Swansea University is a strong name in the teaching of digital media.

Based on our energising Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay, we have the depth of digital expertise together with a full range of modern facilities to ensure your learning is as up to the minute as possible.

Designed to promote individual and collaborative research activity of international standard, the Graduate Centre provides a supportive environment for postgraduate research and taught masters study.

It offers postgraduate training to enhance academic and professional development, and facilitates seminar programmes, workshops and international conferences.

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

We also provide help and advice for Swansea University Alumni up to two years after you graduate.

WUSCA ranking:
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40/101
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20th
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37th
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Entry requirements

The typical entry requirement is 2:2 degree (55% minimum) or overseas equivalent. A detailed Personal Statement providing media interest is also required for assessment.

Tuition fees

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£18,400 per year

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Students from EU

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Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£18,400 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Swansea University
Singleton Park Swansea SA2 8PP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  1.2 miles away

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