Overview

Digital Media Management at Birkbeck, University of London provides both the technical and conceptual framework required to succeed in the digital environment of today and tomorrow.

This course is one of the only MA degrees in the UK to combine professional development and technical skills with academic rigour and scholarly consideration. The philosophy of the programme is that the innovative design and management of digital media must go hand in hand with critical thinking about digital media.

By the end of this course, you will have built connections with companies and industry networks, and have developed project-based portfolios that will greatly facilitate your entry into the job market.

Careers

Graduates can pursue a career in web development, multimedia programming, design, project management, education and training. Possible professions include web developer, project manager, or digital designer. This degree is also useful in becoming a multimedia specialist, teacher, or market researcher.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Design Thinking

Managing a Digital Project

Social Media and Online Branding

Advanced Layout and Design

Contemporary American Cinema

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-14 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , International

More details

The university recommends that applicants apply as early as possible and at least six weeks before the start of term.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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62

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) in any related subject.

On your application form, please list all your relevant qualifications and experience, including those you expect to achieve.

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Your personal details

Your qualifications

Your work experience

Your personal statement

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English proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

20340 GBP / year

≈ 20340 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11070 GBP / year

≈ 11070 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time home students: £5,400 per year
Part-time international students: £9,915 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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