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University of Aberdeen: Digital Pedagogy and Educational Futures

Institution University of Aberdeen View institution profile
Department School of Education
Web https://www.abdn.ac.uk
Email pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk
Telephone 01224 272090
Study type Taught

Summary

Learn to integrate new and emerging technologies into your teaching. Study flexibly, 100% online. Join a digital education degree with a difference. In this flexible online MSc, you’ll go beyond integrating new technologies into your teaching. You’ll also address the socio-cultural and ethical challenges of emerging technologies, learning to critically evaluate their impact. At the core of the MSc is a strong emphasis on digital equity, inclusivity, and social justice in education, as well as innovative future-oriented practices. Whether you’re looking to enhance your current teaching methods, integrate new digital strategies, or reimagine future learning environments, we’ll empower you to be at the forefront of educational innovation.

With expert guidance, you’ll learn to:

  • design and implement digital-learning experiences for diverse educational needs

  • evaluate the ethical implications of digital tools in educational settings

  • develop curricula that incorporate digital literacy, e-learning strategies, and new media

  • take unique approaches to imagining educational futures, from posthumanism to global perspectives.

Who can join this online digital education degree? This distance-learning MSc is for educators, educational professionals, and individuals enthusiastic about advancing their expertise in digital education.

It’s designed as a pathway to advanced roles in educational technology, instructional design, and leadership.

This qualification is valuable for:

  • teachers and school administrators seeking to enhance their digital-teaching skills

  • education policymakers interested in staying ahead of digital-education trends

  • instructional designers aiming to develop innovative learning experiences

  • professionals in educational technology or e-learning industries looking to deepen their knowledge

  • individuals aspiring to pursue further academic research or career advancement in digital pedagogy.

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University of Aberdeen

Overview

The University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth  oldest in the UK. Founded by Bishop William Elphinstone in 1495, the beautiful campus attracts a diverse international community of over 14,000 students from over 130 countries.

The University of Aberdeen is ranked as a Top 15 UK university by the Guardian University Guide 2025 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. It also ranks second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024.

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