Internet: University of Oxford

Research Programmes

The research undertaken by our students ranges across the social sciences, with most projects falling into the following categories:

• Everyday life
• Governance and democracy
• Science and learning
• Shaping the Internet

Taught Programmes

• MSc in Social Science of the Internet

The first intake of students for this new course will take place in October 2009. With a demanding programme delivered over ten months, this Master’s course will enable students to take courses in Law, policy and the social sciences that are focused on the Internet and Web. The course will equip students with essential theoretical tools and methodological skills and introduce them to the empirical evidence necessary for an in-depth understanding of the role of the Internet in society, including the changing nature of governance and the theoretical, practical and ethical questions surrounding Internet use.

Entry Requirements

• DPhil in Information, Communication and the Social Sciences:
  A taught Master’s or other advanced degree normally passed with a mark of at least 67% or an equivalent level of distinction, normally in one of the social sciences (including Law), but candidates from other disciplines embracing the social study of technology will also be considered.
  Not less than a upper second-class (or equivalent) at undergraduate degree level and, if applicable, high scores in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
• MSc in Social Science of the Internet:
  Not less than a upper second-class (or its equivalent) at undergraduate degree level and, if applicable, high scores in the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

General enquiries

• Postal address:
        The Graduate Admissions Office
        PO Box 738
        University of Oxford
        Wellington Square
        Oxford, OX1 9FB
• Tel: +44 (0)1865 270059
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