Digital Media

University of Leeds
Postgraduate MA Full-time 12 Months Digital media, production, and technologyMedia studiesPR and communications

About this course

Smartphones and social media, digital networks and big data, gamification and mobile platforms – digital media continue to change the way we live, work and communicate. This course interrogates the impact of digital technologies on individuals and society, providing you with the skills and knowledge to think critically and creatively about digital media.

You'll learn about diverse digital media techniques and processes, including coding and hacking, web design, digital ethnography, and more, to complement your analysis of critical theory. Merging theory and practice, you'll gain an understanding of the social, cultural and economic roles of digital media.

With a range of optional modules to choose from, you'll be able to tailor your degree to your personal and career interests. The content of the modules is informed by the research interests and practice of academic staff who teach them, allowing you to gain the knowledge and skills to thrive in this dynamic, fast-paced sector.

Please refer to the application deadlines: https://ahc.leeds.ac.uk/media-masters/doc/how-to-apply

Digital media lab

Our School has fantastic facilities to support your studies. You can work on your own projects in our 44 editing suites, equipped with Avid Media Composer editing software and Adobe Creative Cloud.

Take a look around our facilities: https://ahc.leeds.ac.uk/media-masters-facilities

You'll also have access to Helix, the University's learning innovation hub for students, staff, and the local community. Located in the heart of campus, Helix offers cutting-edge digital provision, including immersive technologies, multimedia production studios, as well as a physical makerspace. You'll be able to bring your own initiatives and ideas to life through collaboration, creation and innovation.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 24 Months

Qualification: MA

Location: Leeds

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 12 Months

Qualification: MA

Location: Leeds

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
1133 Public relations and communications directors
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
4135 Library clerks and assistants

Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
12 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Leeds
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Digital media, production, and technology, Media studies, PR and communications