Overview

Why study this course?

Benefit from both theoretical insights and practical understanding thanks to the collaborative delivery of the programme by academic staff and digital education practitioners.

Interact with and learn from a wide variety of students both in St Andrews and around the world via online group tasks on a weekly basis.

Consider broad issues relating to digital education, alongside a practical focus on how to design online programmes, and how to use specific learning technologies on a course.

Learn about a range of research methods appropriate to digital education.

Engage in assessments that allow you to apply theory to real-world scenarios.

Conduct original research supported by experts within the Institute.

Careers

Digital Education graduates from University of St Andrews are equipped with a range of skills and experiences which allow them to take on a variety of roles relating to the planning or delivery of digital education, such as Educational Technologist or Digital Education Developer.

They are committed to supporting your career aspirations, whatever stage your career is at. The Careers Centre can help connect you to the extensive global alumni community for advice and mentoring, as well as offering career coaching, bespoke workshops, employer connections, experiences, and application support.

The International Education and Lifelong Learning Institute can also support you with academic and professional skills development. The University’s Entrepreneurship Centre offers start-up support for those looking to freelance as well as create their own business.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Action Research and Reflection for Education Practitioners

Contemporary Issues in Digital Education

Education and Researching

Online Programme Design

Technology for Teaching

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-06 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typically, you should have one of the following:

A 2.1 Honours degree or 3.3 out of 4.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) in any discipline. Applications are welcomed from all education systems. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

Significant professional or other relevant experience alongside evidence of prior alternative learning such as professional qualifications or certifications.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

27200 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

12630 GBP / year

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Additional Details

UK: £12,630

Rest of the world: £27,200

Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 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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Disciplines

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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