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Social Sciences

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MSc

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Overview

This graduate course, offered by the Department of Sociology and The York Management School, focuses on understanding technology and social media's impact on various sectors. Students will explore Digital Information Communications Technology management and analyze contemporary new media platforms. The course aims to develop business awareness through historical and environmental contexts.

Application Timeline

  1. September 1, 2025
    Start date
  2. March 19, 2026
    Today

Tuition

Year 1
Student categories Study
Full-time Part-time
Republic of Ireland£10,590N/A
EU£23,900N/A
England£10,590N/A
Northern Ireland£10,590N/A
Scotland£10,590N/A
Wales£10,590N/A
Channel Islands£10,590N/A
International£23,900N/A

Requirements

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About

Department and Focus

This course is offered by the Department of Sociology and The York Management School.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand existing and emerging technology.
  • Assess the impact of social media on various sectors.
  • Develop business awareness through historical and environmental exploration.

Key Topics Covered

Digital Information Communications Technology (ICT)

Students will examine how ICT is managed within businesses and explore alternative management strategies for modern organisations.

Contemporary New Media

Key characteristics of social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter will be

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Subject Area Information

The sociology of science and technology is an interdisciplinary field that examines the social processes and cultural contexts that shape scientific research and technological innovation. This discipline explores how social, political, and economic factors influence scientific knowledge and technological development, and conversely, how science and technology affect society.

Typical Course Structure
  • 1. Introduction to Sociology of Science and Technology

  • 2. Science, Technology, and Society (STS)

  • 3. Technology and Social Change

  • 4. Gender, Race, and Science

  • 5. Ethics in Science and Technology

Typical Skills Acquired
  • Critical Thinking
  • Research Skills
  • Ethical Reasoning
  • Communication

Career

The sociology of science and technology is a rich and multifaceted discipline that equips students with the analytical tools to understand and influence the complex interplay between science, technology, and society.

Potential Professions
  • Science Policy Analyst

    Working with government agencies or think tanks to develop policies that guide scientific research and technological innovation.

  • Researcher/Academic

    Conducting research and teaching at universities or research institutions.

  • Science Communicator

    Writing for scientific journals, popular science magazines, or working in public relations for scientific organizations.

  • Ethics Consultant

    Advising corporations, research institutions, or governmental bodies on ethical issues related to science and technology.

  • Technology Assessment Specialist

    Evaluating the social, economic, and environmental impacts of new technologies for private companies or public organizations.

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