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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 - Heslington Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The rapid expansion of digital networks 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.

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 28,600per year

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University information

University of York

University of York

University of York

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of York - Heslington Campus, Heslington, York, York, YO10 5DD, United Kingdom

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One of only four UK universities (beside Oxford, Cambridge and Imperial) with TEF Gold for teaching and Top 10 for Research quality (Complete University Guide).
The University of York is in the top ten of the Complete University Guide league tables in an impressive 12 subject areas (Complete University Guide 2027).
Home to over 20,000 students from over 140 countries, creating an inclusive community and lifelong global network through their York for Life alumni platform.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    General Engineering

    25th out of 32

    13th out of 93 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 221
    130 59%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    26th

    2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    135 68%

    20th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 76%

    72nd

    10

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