The course introduces the student to sociology with a special focus on digital sociology. The course addresses the following themes relating to the digitization of society: power disparities; democracy; surveillance; work and participation. Digital communication and interaction, as well as the interplay between the internet, social media and society are in focus. A sociological and behavioural science perspective is applied to questions relating to digital technology, social change and the social and cultural aspects of digital media.
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
2 October 2024
Ends
31 October 2024
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
General entry requirements
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given first priority. Then will - in turn - candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A2222
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
The application period is closed.
