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Online, part-time

Digital Futures MA

Develop the technical expertise and human-centric digital skills you need to succeed in a digital future.

Next intake: Sep 2025
Duration: Two years
Applications: Open
Mode: 100% online

Are you looking to break into a digital role or establish yourself as a digital leader? This course is designed to support individuals across various sectors—public, private, or non-profit—by equipping them with essential digital skills. Beyond just technical expertise, you'll also develop soft skills like critical thinking and creativity. These abilities are vital for navigating the complex legal and ethical landscape of our digital future.

 

Why choose this online MA?  


See the bigger picture

Explore key questions about our digital future: What creative possibilities will digital tools open up? What does a sustainable digital future look like? Can digital systems improve health outcomes?


Benefit from our research expertise

93% of research at the Department of Digital Humanities – along with the Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries – was awarded either ‘world leading’ (4*) or ‘Internationally excellent’ (3*) (REF 2021).


Develop well-rounded knowledge

Gain a more holistic perspective on technology with our humanities-led approach to digital futures.


Learn part-time and 100% online

Our online courses are specially designed to help you develop your skills, knowledge, and experience without putting your career on hold.

What you'll study

On this MA, you'll be encouraged to think of imaginative and creative ways in which digital technology can shape a better world. You’ll develop a comprehensive overview of the contemporary digital landscape, while analysing the key technological, social, economic, and cultural drivers of change. We’ll encourage you to think critically about innovations, and about implementing achievable, ethical and sustainable digital solutions.

Together with other students, you'll explore the history and impact of digital media technologies. Assessing global and ethical positives and negatives, you’ll gain practical skills in evaluating digital solutions through case studies on topics like apps, games, or copyright.

This unique combination of specialist knowledge and critical enquiry will unlock your true potential. Are you ready to become a digital leader and shape a more ethical future for technology?

 

Register your interest

Complete the form below to receive a copy of our course brochure. Our adviser team will also be in touch to find out more about your qualifications and funding plans.

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Module overview

This online Digital Futures MA 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. 

Core modules:

  • Mapping New Trends in the Digital Landscape
  • Designing Sustainable Digital Futures
  • Research Dissertation

Specialist modules:

  • AI and Society
  • Gaming Industries and Cultures
  • Media on the Move
  • Social Media, Marketing and Platforms

Entry requirements

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