Digital Society, Media and Culture - BSc (Hons)
University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom
Course overview
In a world defined by rapid technological change, from the rise of artificial intelligence to the transformative power of social media, understanding how digital technologies shape society has never been more important. The digital revolution affects everything, from the ways we communicate and consume media to how we work, interact and envision the future. If you’re curious about the impact of technology on culture, society and identity - and want to build skills that are highly valued by employers - our BSc Digital Society, Media and Culture is for you.
You'll explore one of the most dynamic approaches to studying our digital age, taught by experts exploring today’s most urgent issues in media, culture and technology. Study Digital Society, Media and Culture at Kent to gain a cutting-edge understanding of how digital technologies are reshaping society. You’ll explore key concepts and theories, develop research and analytical skills and learn to navigate the ethical, social and cultural challenges of the digital era.
With options for a year abroad or a year in professional practice, this flexible course will prepare you to thrive in a range of careers in an increasingly digital world.
Key highlights
- Option of a year abroad as part of the degree
- Option of a year in professional practice
- Taught by experts researching urgent issues in media and technology
- Explores how AI and social media reshape society and identity
- Develops research and analytical skills for the digital era
- Examines ethical, social and cultural challenges of digital technologies
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- A-level: BBB — Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- A-level: BCC — contextual offer
- BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
- BTEC: DMM — contextual offer
- UCAS tariff points: 120 — IB 120 tariff points View all requirements
Scholarships
Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship
Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).
KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Kingsman Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship
£1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.
Up to £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Careers this course leads to
- Digital marketing executive
- Social media manager
- Digital content producer
- Market research analyst
- Policy researcher
- Communications officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,300 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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