Digital Society, Media and Culture

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.

Year in Industry

Year in Industry

You have the option to add a year in industry to this course. We already know you have the confidence and commitment to thrive in the workplace and kick-start your career. This is your chance to prove it, to yourself and to employers.

Any questions? We have the answers.

When should I start looking? Companies will recruit at different times of the year based on their size. It's good to be application ready by the summer of your first year.

Where can I get help finding a placement? Book an appointment with a placement adviser via the careers service.

Will I get paid? Most of our placements are paid.

Do I have to pay tuition fees? Yes, you’ll pay a substantially reduced fee. Fees for the current year (subject to changes) can be found on our tuition fees website.

Where can I get visa advice if I’m an international student? Kent Students' Union can help with any visa queries.

Does the University keep in touch? You receive four-weekly check-in emails, a visit from the team every three months and you can reach out to us any time by email or phone.

Do I work for a full year? The minimum requirement for an industrial placement is 44 weeks.

Year Abroad

Go Abroad

Taking a year abroad – whether you study at one of our prestigious partner universities or do an internship – is an amazing opportunity.

Any questions? We have the answers.

Is there any additional funding for the year abroad? You may be able to apply for funding; check with our Go abroad team.

Do I have to pay tuition fees for the year abroad? Yes, you’ll pay a substantially reduced fee. Fees for the current year (subject to changes) can be found on our tuition fees website. You don’t pay anything to the host uni.

Will I still get my maintenance loan? Yes.

When does the year abroad take place? Between your second and final year.

Do I have to learn a foreign language? You’re taught in English in many destinations, but you’ll get more out of your year if you learn the local language.

Does the University keep in touch? You have full access to all Kent’s support services as well as our dedicated Go abroad team.

Year 3

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

• Applying Social Research

Optional modules may include the following:

• Technology and Cybercrime

• Multispecies Sociology: Animals and Society

• Protest, Activism, and Social Change

• Environmental Sociology: Politics and Protest

• Money and Power: Sociology of Economic Life

• Science and Society

• The Sociology of Urban Life

• Researching Bodies and Gender

• Migration and Belonging

• Fans and Fandom

• Media, Gender and Sexuality

• Stars and Celebrity Culture

• Research Project

• Design Futures and Emerging Technology

• Time, Memory and Society

• Artificial Intelligence and Society

Year 1

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

• Sociological Theory: The Classics

• Making Sense of Society

• Contemporary Society, Culture and Media

• Media and Meaning

• Key Issues in Digital Society and Culture

Optional modules may include the following:

• Programming I

• Digital Content Creation

Year 2

Compulsory modules currently include the following:

• Researching Digital Society and Culture

• Digital Culture

• Popular Culture, Media and Society

Optional modules may include the following:

• Media, Ethics & Social Justice

• Media and Social Change

• Contemporary Sociological Theory

• Investigating Social Issues

• Inequalities

• Globalisation and Development

• Race and Ethnicity in Multicultural Societies

• Education in a Global World

• Social Media and Digital Platforms

• Video Gaming: Play and Players

• Fundamentals of Web Development