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MSc Social Media and Interactive Technologies

University of York

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of York

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    16-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

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

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 23,900per 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 York

University of York

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    University of York, Heslington, York, York, YO10 5DD, England

Gold-standard teaching (TEF 2023), delivered by renowned researchers who use real-world expertise to equip students for a global workplace.
In the UK top 10 for Research Quality (Complete University Guide).
Home to over 20,000 students from 150+ countries, creating a diverse, inclusive community and a lifelong global network enabled by York for Life programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    18th out of 115 5

    14th out of 101 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    155 68%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    97.0 97%

    4th

    18
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.72 74%

    83rd

    8
  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    149 72%

    17th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    32nd

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.79 76%

    64th

    28

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