Master of Philosophy in Digital Policy at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

The MPhil in Digital Policy course offers a blend of theory and practice modules. Modules will cover economics, statistics, using digital and AI technologies in the public sector, governance for responsible AI usuage, government and politics in the digital era, and policy analysis. Students will also be involved in policy debates and required to complete professional skills training.

Faculty: School of the Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Department of Public Policy (Bennett School of Public Policy) | Duration: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October 2027 | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The ability to obtain and synthesise relevant information and communicate these to different audiences. Thesis / Dissertation Students will be required to write a dissertation between 10,000 - 15,000 words in length (including footnotes and appendices, but excluding a bibliography) on a subject approved by the Degree Committee.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. This course is curated for professionals with two to five years of professional experience at the nexus of technology and society. Applicants will be expected to have already embarked on, or be planning to embark on, careers as leaders in digital policymaking. We are seeking applicants who wish to work at the frontier of digital transformation, whether they have shaped technology policy in the public sector, navigated the regulatory landscape in the private sector, or advocated for digital rights in civil society. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 47,856 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 47,856 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 9 months full-time; 18 months part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/leppmpmdp/apply

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