Online, part-time
Digital Economies MScExamine the transformative impact of digital technologies. Position yourself as a digital leader.
Are you looking to transition into a career in digital organisations, grapple with the social challenges posed by new technologies, or establish yourself as a digital entrepreneur? This course will equip you with the skills to thrive in today’s competitive digital economy and give you a nuanced understanding of new and emerging digital technologies.
How are the latest trends impacting digital transformation and society as a whole? What tools are shaking up today’s digital landscape? What challenges do they pose for society and how will they impact on issues of power, fairness, and inequality? Through cutting-edge research and real-world case studies, we’ll challenge you to harness your knowledge and tackle the bigger questions we face today.
Why choose this online MSc?
Learn from an interdisciplinary curriculum
This MSc combines insights from economics, sociology, anthropology, management, and much more.
Join a prestigious university
Our Digital Humanities Department is one of the largest in the world specialising in digital humanities.
Uncover the latest developments
Gain insight into the latest technology, business solutions, key tech companies, and power play in the digital economy.
Stay focused on your career
Our flexible, part-time study fits around full-time work, and can be put into practice straight away.
Discuss contemporary issues
With your cohort, debate current issues ranging from social media addiction to AI bias and much more.
What you'll study
Our Digital Economies MSc is designed to equip aspiring digital leaders with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in today's digital landscape. You’ll gain a profound understanding of digital transformation and entrepreneurship. From a critical standpoint, you’ll assess the scope of its impact on global markets and industries.
But the knowledge you gain won’t just be limited to digital economy, business models and market dynamics. You’ll also be challenged to step back and look at the bigger picture. How are the latest developments in digital technology shifting social and labour paradigms? How can we put ethics and sustainability at the heart of our work as digital professionals? By weaving consumer behaviour patterns, psychology and anthropology into its curriculum, this cross-disciplinary course will empower you to answer the bigger questions.
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Fields with a '*' are mandatory.Module overview
This online Digital Economies MSc comprises seven modules; two 30-credit core modules, one 60-credit Research Dissertation, and four 15-credit specialist modules (180 credits in total). All modules on the course are compulsory and you must pass all the modules to complete the award.
Entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree (or above) or international equivalent in a social science, computer science/informatics or humanities subject.
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a master's or PGDip).
You’ll need to meet ONE of the following criteria:
- A 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent in a related subject. Your application will need to be supported by a CV highlighting relevant experience (or a related graduate qualification, e.g. PGDip) and a 500-word written statement (see details under ‘Written statement and supporting information’ below).
- A 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent in a non-related subject. Your application will need to be supported by a CV highlighting relevant experience (or a related graduate qualification, e.g. PGDip) and a 500-word written statement (see details under ‘Written statement and supporting information’ below).
- A master's degree at merit (or above) or international equivalent in a social science, computer science/informatics or humanities subject.
English language band: B
To study at King's, it is essential that you can communicate in English effectively in an academic environment. You’re usually required to provide certification of your competence in English before starting your studies.
Nationals of majority English speaking countries (as defined by the UKVI) who have permanently resided in this country are not usually required to complete an additional English language test. This is also the case for applicants who have successfully completed:
- An undergraduate degree (at least three years duration) within five years of the course start date.
- A postgraduate taught degree (at least one year) within five years of the course start date.
- A PhD in a majority English-speaking country (as defined by the UKVI) within five years of the course start date.
For information on our English language requirements and whether you need to complete an English language test, please see our English Language requirements page.
Depending on your previous qualifications, you may need to submit a 500-word written statement and CV highlighting relevant experience as part of your application.
If you’re required to submit a written statement, you’ll need to address the following two questions: ‘In your view, what are the key issues in the domain of digital culture and society? How will your professional career or academic trajectory benefit from studying them?’
All applicants will need to submit a copy (or copies) of their official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.