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    Digital Development MSc

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    Manchester, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £30,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Manchester, GB. Tuition is £30,500.

    About the program

    Studies conceptual frameworks for socio-economic development and the role of digital information and technologies. Covers planning, development, implementation and management of digital development and ICT4D initiatives.

    Focus: coursework
    11th QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 (development studies) | 6th QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 (development studies)
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
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    Min Pre-sessional 6-week course requirement: TOEFL iBT 90 Overall with 22 in Writing and Speaking, and 20 in Listening and Reading OR TOEFL iBT 100 Overall with 22 in Writing or Speaking, and no other sub-skill below 20; Pre-sessional 10-week course requirement: TOEFL iBT 90 Overall with no sub-skill below 20
    IELTS
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    Min Pre-sessional 6-week course requirement: IELTS UKVI or Academic 6.5 Overall with 6.5 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.0 in Listening and Reading OR IELTS UKVI or Academic 7.0 Overall with 6.5 in Writing or Speaking, and no other sub-skill below 6.0; Pre-sessional 10-week course requirement: IELTS UKVI or Academic 6.5 Overall with no sub-skill below 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Graduate Route (UK)

    £15,505.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester is £30,500.
    Is Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester online or in-person?
    Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester is offered in-person.
    How long does Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester take to complete?
    Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester?
    Per the program's published guidance: First or Upper Second (2.1) classification
    What work-permit options follow Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester?
    Post-completion work rights for Digital Development MSc at University of Manchester: 24 months Graduate Route (UK)