MSc Digital Transformation and Public Value at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Lead responsible digital transformation that creates lasting public value. Study 100% online and choose the postgraduate qualification that matches your ambitions. Whether you're looking to build specialist knowledge, strengthen your leadership or achieve a Master's qualification, this flexible programme helps you develop the expertise to drive meaningful digital change.

Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027, May 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Designed for professionals across the public, private and voluntary sectors, the programme explores how technology, data, AI and organisational change can improve outcomes for people and places. Throughout your studies you'll apply theory to practical workplace challenges, building skills that can be used immediately in your role. Year 1: Introduction to Place-Based Digital Innovation, Ethics and Governance for Digital Transformation. Year 2: Managing and Governing Digital Innovation Projects, Data, Cybersecurity and Responsible Innovation, Business Models for Sustained Public Value Creation, Place-based Digital Leadership Studio. Year 3: Digital Transformation and Public Proposal, Research Methods for Digital Transformation, Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates will be prepared for careers in digital transformation, innovation, service improvement, digital strategy, programme management, policy development and organisational change across public services, healthcare, local government, charities and private organisations. Whether studying for a PGCert, PGDip or MSc, you’ll develop evidence-based knowledge and practical skills, strengthen your leadership potential.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You’ll need a minimum of a 2:2 honours degree. You must have at least three years of relevant professional experience. Relevant professional experience includes working within areas such as built environment, healthcare, digital technology, policy and governance, consultancy, and third sectors. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. As a distance learner, you’ll also need a suitable computer with internet connection, together with sufficient IT competence to make effective use of word processing, internet, and email.

GBP 9,450 for the whole programme (2027/28). Tuition fee: Distance learning students starting 2027/28 (total cost) Source

Intake: September 2027, May 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p1343,p1345,p1344

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