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BA (Hons) Digital Media at Lancaster University

Lancaster University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Developments in digital technology range from overly friendly chatbots to inconspicuous algorithms. But what role do digital media technologies, in their many forms, play in our everyday lives, our local communities and cultures, and the global societies we live in? The skills you’ll develop on this programme will prepare you for a dynamic career in one of the many areas where digital innovation is fundamental .

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Arts  |  Duration: Full time 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Understanding Media and Culture, Transformations in Digital Media, AI, Media and Creativity, Screens and Selves. Year 2 core modules: Thinking Digital Worlds, Designing Media Research, Digital Cultures. Year 3 core modules: The Making of Media and AI Futures, Media Independent Project.

Career pathways

As a graduate of this programme, you will have impressive knowledge of digital media and its impact on society combined with skills in critical analysis, research, presentation and writing. This means you will be well-placed to enter careers in the varied digital media and creative sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB. Access to HE Diploma: 30 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 15 Level 3 credits at Merit. BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM. BTEC in combination with A levels: A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BB plus BTEC at D. International Baccalaureate: 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. T levels: Distinction overall. GCSE requirements: English Language grade 4/C. English language requirements: If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

International applicants: GBP 26,300 a year (2027/28). Annual tuition fee for a 12-month session Source

Duration: Full time 3 years

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