Posted on April 30, 2026
Applications are now open for the next cohort of the Digital4Business Joint Professional Master’s Degree in Advanced Digital Technologies for Business, starting in September 2026.
Delivered fully online and designed around the digital skills businesses need most, the programme gives learners the opportunity to complete an internationally accredited Master’s focused on areas including artificial intelligence, data science, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
For this intake, there are no tuition or registration fees, thanks to co-funding from the European Union and the Digital4Business consortium. Places are limited, and applications may close early if capacity is reached.
A Master’s designed for busy professionals
Digital4Business has been designed for recent graduates, managers, and professionals who want to build advanced digital skills while continuing to work or manage other commitments.
While the programme follows a full-time academic structure, classes take place in the evening, making it a realistic option for learners balancing study with professional and personal responsibilities. Students complete a 60 ECTS Master’s over two semesters in one academic year, with all teaching delivered online.
The programme combines academic excellence with practical, business-focused learning, helping learners understand how advanced technologies are being applied across modern organisations and how they can contribute to digital transformation in their own careers.
Building the skills businesses need most
The Digital4Business Master’s has been developed to respond to the growing demand for professionals who can understand, apply, and lead with advanced digital technologies.
Students explore key areas shaping the future of business, including:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Data science for business
- Cloud computing
- Cybersecurity
- Digital transformation and innovation
- Technology leadership and strategic decision-making
Learners will also have the opportunity to gain industry-recognised certifications, helping them strengthen their employability and align their skills with current labour market needs.
More than lectures
Digital4Business offers more than academic teaching. The programme places a strong focus on community, career progression, and practical support.
Students can access a range of employability and professional development activities, including webinars, one-to-one coaching, mentoring, peer exchange, and career-focused sessions. These supports cover areas such as CV development, networking, interview preparation, communication, and leading through digital change.
The wider learning experience also includes industry engagement, work-based learning, and networking opportunities, helping students stay connected to both their peers and the professional world throughout the programme.
Supporting career progression in the digital economy
The combination of academic learning, practical application, and career support is central to Digital4Business.
The programme has been developed to help learners build more than technical knowledge. It is designed to support confidence, strategic thinking, and the ability to apply digital technologies in real business contexts.
For graduates, professionals, and managers looking to strengthen their digital capabilities, the September 2026 intake offers a fully funded opportunity to gain advanced skills and prepare for future-focused roles in the digital economy.
How to apply
Prospective students can find full programme information on the Digital4Business website:
Explore the Digital4Business Master’s programme
Applications should be submitted through the Digital4Business admissions portal:
Apply through the Digital4Business admissions portal
Applications are open until 20 June 2026, but places are limited and the application window may close earlier if capacity is reached. Early application is strongly encouraged.
Scholarship opportunities
In addition to the standard admissions process, scholarship applications will open from 1 May 2026.
A total of 100 scholarship places will be available to support students from underrepresented, disadvantaged, or vulnerable groups. These scholarships aim to enhance access and promote inclusive participation in advanced digital education.
Further information on scholarship eligibility and the application process will be available on the Digital4Business website.
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