SOCI20021 Digital Technology and Social Change

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is SOCI20021 hard?

SOCI20021: Easier. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 1 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How digital technology changes everyday life, and how society in turn shapes the tech we build and use.

After it you can

What you need first

None

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How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 50%, Projects 50%

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Quick answers

When is SOCI20021 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking SOCI20021?
No prerequisites.
Does SOCI20021 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 50%, Projects 50%.
How many class hours a week does SOCI20021 have?
1 h a week in class
Can I take SOCI20021 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate SOCI20021?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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