Digital Transformation and Public Value
Lead responsible digital transformation that creates lasting public value.
Study 100% online and choose the postgraduate qualification that matches your ambitions. Whether you're looking to build specialist knowledge, strengthen your leadership or achieve a Master's qualification, this flexible programme helps you develop the expertise to drive meaningful digital change.
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Source: Graduate Outcomes Survey 2026
Digital transformation is changing how organisations deliver services, engage communities and create value. This online postgraduate programme prepares professionals to lead that change responsibly by combining digital innovation with governance, ethics and strategic leadership.
You can choose to study a PG Cert, PG Dip or MSc. Each qualification offers a clear progression pathway, allowing you to continue your studies as your career develops.
- PG Cert - Build a strong foundation in responsible digital transformation
- PG Dip - Develop leadership and practical expertise to manage digital change
- MSc - Gain advanced strategic and research skills to influence policy and practice
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Study flexibly with 100% online learning
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Choose the postgraduate qualification that suits your goals
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Apply learning to real organisational and community challenges
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Learn alongside a diverse community of professionals
Study at an award-winning university
We were named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023. We've also been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework – a reflection of the outstanding education we offer our students.
Careers
Graduates will be prepared for careers in digital transformation, innovation, service improvement, digital strategy, programme management, policy development and organisational change across public services, healthcare, local government, charities and private organisations.
Whether studying for a PGCert, PGDip or MSc, you’ll develop evidence-based knowledge and practical skills, strengthen your leadership potential.
Teaching and modules
Designed for professionals across the public, private and voluntary sectors, the programme explores how technology, data, AI and organisational change can improve outcomes for people and places.
Throughout your studies you'll apply theory to practical workplace challenges, building skills that can be used immediately in your role.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
- Introduction to Place-Based Digital Innovation
- Ethics and Governance for Digital Transformation
- Managing and Governing Digital Innovation Projects
- Data, Cybersecurity and Responsible Innovation
- Business Models for Sustained Public Value Creation
- Place-based Digital Leadership Studio
- Digital Transformation and Public Proposal
- Research Methods for Digital Transformation
- Dissertation
You can choose study over one year and gain a PGCert.
If you do this, you’ll study two core modules – year 1 of the MSc.
For full module descriptions, see the MSc tab.
You can choose to study over two years and gain a PGDip.
If you do this, you’ll study six core modules – year 1 and 2 of the MSc.
For full module descriptions, see the MSc tab.
Facilities
Enjoy a range of facilities designed to support your studies and career development.
These include extensive library and IT resources, and careers support through our Employability Service. After you graduate, you’ll have lifelong access to our Alumni Career Centre.
You can also access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.