MSc in ICT for development 

MSc

International students: £10350 full-time.
UK/EU students: £5145 full-time.

In recent years there has been – and continues to be – a massive expansion in the number of information-and-communications-technology-for-development (ICT4D) projects (telecentres, ICT-enabled microenterprise, public service kiosks, e-government initiatives, e-health projects, ICT-in-education, etc) in developing and transitional economies.

Successful oversight of these projects requires "ICT4D champions" who possess a combination of technical competencies (e.g. information systems skills) and contextual competencies (e.g. development skills). Such a combination is, as yet, rarely found.  This has resulted in a high project failure rate, and a recognition of training need. This programme, therefore, aims to create the "ICT4D champions" who combine the necessary skills to see ICT4D projects through to sustainable delivery of development goals.Study fellows must complete four compulsory core modules (two of which are alternates depending on participant's choice of implementation or management focus), four optional modules and submit a dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words. Note that programme content is subject to final approval.
Core Modules

    * ICTs for Socio-Economic Development
      - Examines the contribution of new technologies to core development goals
    * Development Practice
      - Reviews and strengthens key practical development project skills
    * Planning and Managing Development
      - Develops core skills in the management of development projects
    * Introducing Information Systems in Organisations
      - Develops skills in the planning, analysis, design, construction and implementation of ICT-based systems (alternate core)
    * Issues in the Management of Information Systems
      - Develop skills and understanding on key issues required for effective management of ICT-based projects (alternate core)