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Digital Futures MA

Professionals who can spot and capitalise on current and future digital trends in culture and society are in high demand globally. Our fully online MA nurtures the creativity and critical thinking needed to do just that.

Key information

Study mode:

100% online

Duration:

2 years, part time

Next start date:

13 January 2025

Application deadline:

26 November 2024 

Intakes:

January and September

Tuition fees:

£17,223 *

These tuition fees may be subject to increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King's terms and conditions.

(funding options and instalments are available)

* Depending on your country of residence, you may also have to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST) in addition to your tuition fees. You can find further information on the King's Goods and Services tax page.

Course overview

In a rapidly changing world, digital expertise is more crucial than ever. Businesses and organisations need individuals who can envision and implement impactful digital solutions that meet user needs, add value, and enhance our lives.

Regardless of your career sector, understanding the current digital landscape and its opportunities and challenges is essential. 

This MA programme immerses you in digital trends across various industries, including cultural, creative, media, and gaming sectors. You'll explore today's most pressing topics such as health and wellbeing, activism, politics, and ecology.

From AI to smart cities, you’ll examine the latest digital developments and tackle crucial issues related to profitability, sustainability, and ethics. 

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Why choose this online MA?


Specialist modules

Focus on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, and explore digital marketing practices around the world.


Cutting-edge insight

Explore ways in which technology can improve our lives, addressing real human and social challenges, limitations and risks.


See technology through a human lens

Harnessing the power of digital is more than understanding big data. This MA considers the impact from various cultural, economic and social perspectives.


Networking opportunities

The Department of Digital Humanities engages with other universities, libraries and directly with industry - including the BBC, Royal Opera House and Tate Modern - among others.

About the Digital Futures Institute

This course is part of the Digital Futures Institute. Its curriculum is enhanced by the Institute's commitment to interdisciplinary research, combining insights from SHAPE, STEM, and artificial intelligence. The Institute's focus on creating better digital futures through ethical practices, diversity, and cultural understanding directly aligns with the course's objectives. This connection broadens your educational scope and deepens the practical impact you can make in technology and society.

What you'll study

This forward-thinking MA is designed to boost your digital and professional expertise. You’ll gain skills that prepare you to lead digital initiatives and understand the key drivers, changes, and opportunities in the digital landscape. 

Course content includes: 

  • Digital innovation and AI 
  • Digital media and creativity 
  • Sustainability and ethics 
  • Communication and social media across various industries 

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to navigate and shape the future of digital solutions, enhancing your career prospects and making a significant impact in your field.  

Watch a video overview with the joint Programme Directors

 

View the video transcript here.

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:


Specialist modules:

Meet the joint Programme Directors

Dr Giota Alevizou, Programme Director for the MA Digital Futures from King's College London

Dr Giota Alevizou

Lecturer in Digital Humanities and Cultures

Giota has 15+ years of experience investigating the impact of technology on paradigms and methodologies, particularly in artificial intelligence and collective action. Her research spans global informational assemblages to digital activism, focusing on civic cultures and 'smart' cities.

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Dr Rob Gallagher, Programme Director for the MA Digital Futures from King's College London

Dr Rob Gallagher

Lecturer in Games and Immersive Media

Rob has had past roles at Concordia University, Royal Holloway, the University of East Anglia, and Manchester Metropolitan University, bringing extensive experience in research and teaching. He investigates how various digital mediums, such as videogames, memes, and ASMR videos, facilitate artistic, personal, and political expression. 

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How you’re assessed 

Assessments are designed to test your knowledge, understanding and critical awareness of the topics discussed during the course. They also assess your ability to analyse and apply specialist knowledge to practice. The assessment methods may vary between modules. They’re likely to include one or more of the following: 


Group projects


Written coursework
(essays and reports)


Dissertation

Entry requirements

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Career options in Digital Futures

As digital technologies transform the world around us, it’s becoming increasingly clear that hard tech skills alone are simply not enough to lead a successful digital future. The future of digital development doesn’t just lie in coding and website building. For the most part, it lies in human-centric digital skills like critical thinking, sustainable approaches, emotional intelligence, creativity and teamwork.

From research conducted by AND Digital to initiatives spearheaded by UNESCO, evidence of a human-centric digital skill-gap is everywhere – and this degree is designed to help you fill it.

You may be seeking senior management or strategic roles or looking to pursue specialist digital roles, such as digital strategy, communications, policy and advocacy. It could lead to careers in research, consultancy, policymaking, civil society, the cultural heritage industries or within the media and creative industries, in publishing houses or digital media/marketing companies.

With a keen eye for key changes and opportunities and a unique position at the forefront of digital innovation, here are just a few of the job roles you could pursue as a graduate of this course:

  • Digital Innovation Manager
  • Digital Ethics and Sustainability Consultant
  • Digital Media and Content Strategist
  • Digital Marketing Manager
  • Cultural and Digital Heritage Consultant
  • Digital Communications Specialist

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