Emerging Digital Technologies MSc

About this degree

Blending technology, innovation, finance and business, the Emerging Digital Technologies MSc is creating the next generation of experts in a growing field. Incorporating topics such as blockchain, cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning – along with business strategy and entrepreneurialism – if you want a technology-centric role in complex business environments, this is the programme for you.

This programme was designed by the UCL Centre for Blockchain Technologies, the largest centre of its kind in Europe, which has extensive connections with some of the world’s leading technology companies.

You will learn core knowledge in data science, blockchain technologies, and how digital technologies combine with business strategy, plus choose from optional modules, which range from entrepreneurship to applied deep learning. You will also undertake a substantial project, either working with a company on a real-world problem or an academic project if you have a specific area of interest.

This MSc brings together key knowledge in some of the most exciting areas of technology and finance today, enabling you to apply key skills in evolving financial applications and technological innovations.

Blockchain technology and disruptive applications are at the cutting edge of innovation in the modern age, and this degree can help you launch your career in this field. The Emerging Digital Technologies MSc brings together computing, new applications and business strategy, enabling you to apply your knowledge and disrupt the status quo in your future career. Taught at UCL and designed by the UCL Centre for Blockchain Technologies, this is an exceptional place to become a practitioner in emerging digital technologies.

A minimum of an upper-second class UK Bachelor's degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in computer science, mathematics, statistics, physics, engineering, or a similarly quantitative subject.

The English language level for this programme is: Level 3

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Graduates of this programme will develop skills in great demand in the financial industry, particularly in data analytics, computer security, fintech, and digital policy, or to pursue further study or a career in academia. They will also be well-equipped to apply their skills to the start-up world.