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  MA in Social Media Communications


Dublin City University    Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
Communication & Media Studies (7)

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The MA in Social Media Communications at DCU offers a critical examination of the role and impact of social media in various aspects of life. This programme delves into the connections between social media and the economy, politics, and personal experiences. It provides a deep understanding of the history, operation, and functions of social media in a globalized society. With a focus on social scientific analysis, students will learn to strategically analyze and utilize social media. The programme is open to applicants with a relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent professional qualifications and experience. International students must demonstrate English language proficiency. Graduates can pursue careers in media, communication, and digital marketing.

About the course

How are social media linked to the economy? What role do they play in politics? How different is a life lived in and through social media? This MA addresses these and similar questions that have emerged out of the rise of social media, and their increasing domination of the media and communications field.

The MA in Social Media Communications offers a critical examination of the history, operation, ramifications, functions, use and embeddedness of social media in all spheres of life. It is aimed at people who look for a critical reflection on social media, who wish to understand their uses, and also learn how to analyse and mobilize them strategically.

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Entry Requirements

For admission to the MA in Social Media Communications programme, successful applicants will have -

A degree at the level of an Irish or UK Honours undergraduate degree (H2.2 or above) or equivalent,
Applicants with appropriate combinations of professional qualifications and experience may also be considered. This includes discipline-specific knowledge and know-how; transferable skills; basic research competency; personal effectiveness.
International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.




Fees

Full time
EU Status Fee - €7,700
Non EU Fee - €16,500

Part time
EU Status Fee Part-time - €4,200 Per Annum
Non EU Fee Part time - €8,100 Per Annum

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