MSc Social Media and Interactive Technologies
University of York
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The rapid expansion of digital networks such as YouTube, Wikipedia, Twitter, and Facebook have changed user expectations, creating demand for graduates who understand social and participatory design principles.This course provides an innovative mix of sociological and technical skills. You will gain an understanding of the social, political, and economic factors that affect the use of interactive technologies. Youll examine how technology is perceived and employed by the user. Youll learn to ...Read more

The rapid expansion of digital networks such as YouTube, Wikipedia, Twitter, and Facebook have changed user expectations, creating demand for graduates who understand social and participatory design principles.

This course provides an innovative mix of sociological and technical skills. You will gain an understanding of the social, political, and economic factors that affect the use of interactive technologies. You'll examine how technology is perceived and employed by the user. You'll learn to apply your knowledge to the practical problems of designing interactive pages, devices, and systems.

Assessment and feedback

Types of assessments used throughout this course include:

  • Assessment essays of between 3,000 and 5,500 words
  • Group presentation project
  • Outline research proposal
  • Examinations
  • Dissertation (15,000 words).

Careers and skills

You'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to play a leading role in the design and evaluation of interactive technologies in industry, commerce, academia and public service. This social media degree also provides an ideal basis to progress to further study at PhD level.

Career opportunities

  • Social media consultant
  • Software and hardware developer
  • Web designer
  • Information analyst
  • Social media marketer
  • Public relations officer

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49/101
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17th
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30 Oct 23

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20 Dec 22

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Modules (Year 1)
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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent qualifications or experience in Social sciences with experience of social aspects of computing; Business and Management Studies; or Computer Science with experience of social aspects of computing.

Tuition fees

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£11,200 per year

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£25,900 per year

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£25,900 per year

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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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