Digital Media and Society

Course description

This course offers you a unique opportunity to develop a broad understanding of the interweaving of digital media and society from a sociological perspective.

Drawing on staff expertise in digital media and digital society, you'll get a thorough grounding in key aspects of digital media, allowing you to specialise in a specific area. You'll develop a deep understanding of the following themes: researching digital society, digital practices and digital methods.

As a student within the Faculty of Social Sciences, you'll also benefit from the research and training activities of both the Sheffield Methods Institute and the faculty-wide Digital Society Network. The latter brings together interdisciplinary researchers engaged in cutting-edge research at the intersection of society and technology.

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

Your career

92.3% of our graduates are in work or further study fifteen months after graduating (2020/21 Graduate Outcomes Survey). Completing this programme will set you apart from the rest as you embark on your career journey.

Your employability is a priority for us. This is why you can add valuable skills to your CV throughout the course, by taking advantage of the faculty employability hub and access support and opportunities. Alumni from the department have gone on to work in various roles across the globe, such as:

• Government Worker
• Designer Journalist
• Corporate Culture Specialist
• Apps and Games Marketer
• Research Assistant 

Find out more about graduate careers on our PGT Careers and employability page.