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Digital Media and Society - BA (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Sheffield Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary


This course is unique in offering you the opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the relationship between digital media and society from a social science perspective. You will use innovative digital methods to research digital media in society, and learn to make digital media products that focus on the needs of the user.


Explore the ever-growing role digital media plays in shaping society across an increasingly connected world.

By studying this degree, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how social media influences our world, what happens to the information we share online, and technical, social and ethical considerations for digital design.You’ll also build practical skills through the creation of digital media products, from websites to animations, focusing on user needs and outcomes.With modules covering topics from data-driven storytelling to news analysis, you’ll delve into the power of digital media to shape public opinion and learn how to build compelling narratives from data within your research.As you progress through your degree, you’ll specialise further in areas of your choice, such as health, protest and social change, or societal inequalities.In your third year, you’ll draw on a strong conceptual and practical basis to apply your skills through the dissertation project, and have the opportunity to see theory in a live context with digital media work placements.


Why study this course?

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Tackle contemporary challenges

- explore real-world issues in a constantly evolving field, backed by the latest interdisciplinary research expertise to give fresh perspectives to your learning.-


Personal tutor

- you're supported by a dedicated personal tutor who meets with you regularly through your studies to offer academic, pastoral and career support. They’ll act as a key point of contact to help you navigate your degree, discuss your progress and signpost you towards the relevant personal, study and employability services.-


Develop practical skills

- put your learning into practice through digital work placement opportunities and dedicated employability workshops and events covering a wide range of topics.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 23,810per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    1st out of 92 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    147 74%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    1st

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.36 84%

    9th

    11

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