Digital Business

Entry requirements

2.1 Degree No specific subject requirements.

Months of entry

September

Course content

New technologies have changed the way we do business, with digital platforms such as Uber and Airbnb becoming household names. This cutting-edge MSc will equip you for a career in the fast-growing digital and sharing economy sector. It draws on Southampton’s world-leading expertise in business studies and web science. Through modules from these disciplines you’ll gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills you will need to launch your own digital business, work in a dynamic start-up environment or apply new digital business models within an established organisation. In addition, you’ll have an unrivalled opportunity to engage with the latest digital business trends and developments through talks and masterclasses, delivered by business leaders.

There has been a huge growth in the use of digital economy business models, with companies such Uber, Airbnb, BlaBlaCar and Freelancer.com flourishing in recent years. Whether your aim is to launch your own digital start-up or help established businesses take advantage of new technological platforms, the MSc in Digital Business will provide you with the latest insights into this expanding and rapidly changing sector.

Fees and funding

Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.