Digital Media (Hons) Keele University

Overview

The Digital Media (Hons) at Keele University provides students with a robust foundation in the critical, creative, and professional aspects of the modern digital landscape. This programme is designed to help individuals understand the evolution of digital platforms while mastering the techniques required to shape them. By blending theoretical frameworks with hands-on production, the curriculum prepares graduates to become responsible digital citizens and innovative creators.

Why Digital Media (Hons) at Keele University?

• Benefit from high student positivity, with Media studies at the university ranked among the top 10 in England for student satisfaction.
• Access the dedicated Media Suite, featuring professional-grade facilities for film, sound, and image production.
• Utilise the Digital Society Institute, a collaborative research centre equipped with a Data Visualisation Suite and Virtual Reality facilities.
• Engage with authentic assessment methods that focus on coursework and practical application rather than traditional exams.
• Enhance your employability through optional work placement years or international study opportunities at partner institutions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18200 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Social Media Content Creation
• Understanding and Producing Digital Media
• Media Industries
• Becoming a Cultural Citizen
• Popular Music & Platforms

Year 2

• Storytelling for Change
• Researching Audiences and Users
• Data and Design
• Promotional Cultures
• Digital Curation and History

Year 3

• Digital Media Project
• Technologies and Futures
• Participatory Social Media Cultures
• Social Media Management
• Podcast and Radio Production
• Creative Magazine Production

Careers with Digital Media (Hons)

Graduates from Keele University are well-prepared for a variety of roles within the growing digital and creative sectors. The programme develops transferable skills in communication, project management, and technical production that are highly valued by employers across diverse industries. Students are supported by a dedicated careers team to help them transition into professional life.

Potential career pathways include:

• Social Media Management
• Content Creation and Videography
• Marketing and Public Relations
• Digital Journalism and Broadcasting
• Web Design and Campaign Management
• Education and Business Consultancy