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Digital Audiences ,BS

Digital Audiences, BS


Analytics, Audience Growth, Audience Research, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Journalism, SEM, SEO, Social media, approved for STEM-OPT extension, marketing, media, social

Learn how to impact any organization's digital content and audience growth with hands-on experience with real clients and real data. Launch your digital marketing career with this bachelor's degree.

Program description

Virtually all companies and organizations are looking for professionals who know how to grow and engage audiences online. The BS program in digital audiences prepares students to reach audiences strategically with digital content and demonstrate measurable growth.

The program features distinct, high-value courses in which students develop strategies and tactics to grow audiences through search engine optimization, search engine marketing, paid and organic social media campaigns, and digital content creation. Through elective courses, students develop additional expertise in areas such as management, audience data and media creation. Students may also pursue internships for credit.

Students graduate from the program ready to drive audience growth, execute digital marketing and advance businesses in the digital age.

STEM-OPT for international students on F-1 visas

This program may be eligible for an Optional Practical Training extension for up to 36 months. This OPT work authorization term may help international students gain skills and experience in the U.S. Those interested in an OPT extension should review ASU degrees that qualify for the STEM-OPT extension at ASU's International Students and Scholars Center website.

The OPT extension only applies to students on an F-1 visa and does not apply to students completing the degree through ASU Online.

At a glance
  • Second language requirement: No
  • First required math course: MAT 142 - College Mathematics
    or any math course that meets the MATH designation
  • Math intensity: Generalprogram math intensity general

Required courses (Major Map)
Concurrent program options
Students pursuing concurrent degrees (also known as a “double major”) earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. Working with their academic advisors, students can create their own concurrent degree combination. Some combinations are not possible due to high levels of overlap in curriculum.
Admission requirements

General university admission requirements:

All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission

Tuition information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Change of Major requirements

A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.

Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.

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ASU Online

ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.

ASU Local

It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.

Transfer options

ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.

ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.

Program learning outcomes

Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:

  • Create an audience growth strategy using digital platforms.
  • Use professional tools, technology, and techniques to measure audiences, content and behavior, and be prepared for analytics tasks in media careers.
  • Use professional tools, technology, and techniques to evaluate effective, strategic social media campaigns and be prepared for paid and organic social media work in media careers.
  • Use professional tools, technology, and techniques to evaluate effective, optimized content and campaigns for search engines, and be prepared for paid and organic search engine work in media careers.
Global opportunities
Global experience

Study abroad programs expose students to valuable perspectives, opinions and audiences that consume digital content. Students should consider programs that utilize experiential learning with organizations like social media agencies or PR firms in countries like Japan and the UK, where millions consume digital content every day. More information on available programs can be found on the Global Education website.

Career opportunities

Professionals with expertise in digital content strategy are in high demand across sectors and industries. Among the many career opportunities available are positions such as digital strategists, social media managers, public relations specialists, engagement managers, digital news editors, political campaign strategists, digital marketers, community organizers and corporate branding specialists.

Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.


Career *Growth *Median salary
5.2%
$61,190
13.4%
$68,230
1.9%
$127,830
6.6%
$140,040
4.3%
$65,000
5.9%
$129,430
6.1%
$67,440
13.4%
$68,230
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

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Contact information
What are accelerated programs?
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

What constitutes a new program?
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the “New Programs” option.
What are online programs?
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
What is the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)?
The Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) is a program in which residents of western states (other than Arizona) may be eligible for reduced nonresident tuition. See more information and eligibility requirements on the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) program.

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