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Social Media and Interactive Technologies (Taught)
- MS
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2025
- Postgraduate
- Main Site
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.onception to realisation.
Modules
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/msc-social-media-interactive-technology/#course-content
Assessment method
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/msc-social-media-interactive-technology/#teaching_assessment
How to apply
International applicants
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/international/
Entry requirements
https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/msc-social-media-interactive-technology/#entry
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Republic of Ireland | £10590 | Year 1 |
| EU | £23900 | Year 1 |
| England | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £10590 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £10590 | Year 1 |
| International | £23900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/fees/
Sponsorship information
A range of scholarships and studentships are available at postgraduate level. Some scholarships are funded by the University (such as the York Master's Opportunity Scholarship) and some are funded by Research Councils, alumni, businesses and charities.
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