Digital Media

8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)

16th in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)

About the course
Combine theoretical and practical approaches to digital media. Taught by some of the most influential researchers in the field today. You’ll develop the skills, knowledge and expertise to produce excellent research-led work.

This course looks at digital media within the contexts of media and cultural studies. We draw from across the disciplines of sociology, politics, philosophy, art and design, and informatics.

You’ll gain experience of designing and developing digital media products. You’ll also learn about:

- the history of digital media

- the key concepts shaping current thinking about digital media

- the intellectual debates in digital culture, digital humanities and computational media

- digital methods for research and practice.

We offer exceptional opportunities for graduate study. We have digital production facilities and links to the thriving creative and media scene in Brighton. The MA is associated with the renowned Sussex Humanities Lab.

About Sussex
Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

Location
Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.