Overview

The Digital Technologies, Communication and Education programme at The University of Manchester provides students with the critical skills needed to manage rapid technological change within the sector. This award-winning course integrates theoretical frameworks with practical insights to help professionals navigate and shape the future of digital learning. Students engage with a diverse community to explore how communication and technology influence modern educational policies and practices.

Why Digital Technologies, Communication and Education at The University of Manchester?

The University of Manchester is ranked among the top ten UK institutions for Education according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. This programme offers an interdisciplinary focus, combining perspectives from sociology, technology, and communication to provide a comprehensive understanding of the field. Students benefit from a global orientation, encouraging the application of digital concepts to international contexts while developing hands-on skills in coding, video production, and multimedia design.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 29000 per year
National fee: GBP 13000 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Educational Technology and Communication
Digital Education Research
Theories of Teaching and Learning
Educational Video Production
Digital Media and Information Literacy
Blended Learning in a Digital Age
Teaching and Learning Online
Digital Literacy in Language Teaching and Learning
Multimedia Design and Development

Careers with Digital Technologies, Communication and Education

Graduates from this programme pursue diverse roles across the global education and technology sectors. Many alumni secure positions as learning technologists, instructional designers, or ICT coordinators in schools and higher education institutions. The course also prepares students for roles as education consultants, policy analysts, and corporate training specialists. Additionally, the rigorous academic grounding provides an excellent foundation for those wishing to progress to doctoral research in digital learning.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engaging with Education Research

Research Methods

Educational Technology and Communication

Educational Research Methods

Engaging with Education Research

Educational Technology and Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-05 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Education Communication Studies Digital Media View 562 other Masters in Education in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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65

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree (minimum 2:1 classification) or equivalent approved academic qualification from a recognised institution.
We will consider applicants who do not meet these scores but you may be required to attend a pre-sessional English language course at the University of Manchester, or to demonstrate an improvement in your language scores prior to the start of your course.
copies of official degree certificates and transcripts of your previous study, showing the subjects taken and grades obtained. If these documents are in languages other than English please provide official translations;
your CV;
copies of English Language Certification, e.g. IELTS, TOEFL or Pearson test score report.

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

29000 GBP / year

≈ 29000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13000 GBP / year

≈ 13000 GBP / year

Additional Details

MA (part-time)

UK students (per annum): £6,250
International, including EU, students (per annum): £14,000

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 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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