Digital Culture Specialization
The Digital Culture specialization immerses students in the transformative influence of emerging media on society, culture, and communication. Students explore the innovative forces driving media evolution, while examining the social, political, and cultural implications of new technologies across diverse global contexts. The curriculum critically addresses issues such as the digital divide, access to technology, and the complex interplay between media law, privacy, and free speech. Students gain the tools to assess the impact of emerging media on global communication trends, and develop strategies that navigate the local and international regulatory landscapes, preparing them to be leaders in the rapidly changing digital media environment.
Skills
- Digital Media Impact Analysis
- Ethical Media Decision-Making
- Innovative Media Strategy Development
- Cultural and Social Media Insights
- Global Communication Policy Understanding
Specialization Courses
A minimum of three courses are required to earn this Specialization within the MA in Emerging Media degree.
- ME710: Media Innovation
- ME730: Social, Political, Economic, and Cultural Issues and Emerging Media
- ME735: Emerging Media Law and Regulation
- ME740: Global Communication and Social Media: Policy and Trends
- ME755: Health Communication and Culture
For course descriptions, please see the Graduate Academic Catalog.