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Visit course webpage| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip | Part-time, Online | 2 years | January, April, July | GBP 12858 total | GBP 13427 total |
Ready to lead in the fast-evolving world of IT? Our 100% online MSc Information Technology Management equips you with the expertise to protect businesses from cyber threats and optimise IT service systems. Designed for flexibility, this part-time course connects you with professionals worldwide, fostering a global mindset in IT management.
This conversion degree blends technical proficiency with strategic IT management skills. Whether you’re advancing your current IT role or transitioning into this high-demand field, you’ll master cyber security, systems design, and coding, alongside specialist IT service management knowledge.Your journey concludes with a personalised research project, aligning your studies with your career goals and equipping you with the tools to impact global IT systems today.
Why Choose the University of Essex Online?
Solve Real-World Challenges: Learn to research, design, and implement solutions to complex business and technical problems.
Thrive in a Growing Industry: Upskill in one of the fastest growing sectors, boosting your career prospects.Flexible Learning,
Prestigious Graduation: Study from anywhere, at your own pace, and graduate in person at the University of Essex’s stunning Colchester Campus.
Exceptional Teaching Quality: Benefit from silver-rated teaching excellence (TEF 2023).
Top-Rated University: Earn a degree from a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2026).
Career Outcomes
Upon completion, you’ll be prepared for a variety of roles such as IT project manager, analyst, engineer, or administrator in digital transformation, cloud solutions, DevOps, or governance, risk, and compliance.Our 2024 Career and Employability Survey highlights the following:
Learn more about Information Technology Management, MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip - at University of Essex Online
Visit course webpageOur fees are the same for all students, and anyone will receive a 5% discount if they pay the full course fee payment up-front.
10% Course Scholarship available for the January 2026 intake.
International students residing in specific regions outside of the UK may be eligible for a partial scholarship for our undergraduate and postgraduate online courses.
Students residing in Africa can also enjoy a 20% scholarship for the January 2026 intake of all eligible undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
You don’t need to complete a separate application form for a scholarship; it’ll be applied once you’ve received your official offer letter. Please note, scholarships can’t be combined but can be used alongside our full payment discount.
We welcome diverse backgrounds through two entry routes:
Academic Route: An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK Honours degree or a relevant professional qualification.Work Experience Route: At least three years’ relevant IT or computer science experience.English Language: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 or equivalent. If needed, take our free online English test. Exemptions apply for nationals of English-majority countries or those with equivalent qualifications.
A university education is one of the biggest investments in yourself and career. Our tuition fees include all teaching materials and required reading – there aren't any hidden charges for assessments or resits.
We also offer students a range of tuition fee discounts, scholarships and payment options for our online courses*.
* Please note that a maximum of two discounts or scholarships can be applied. For more information on our discounts and scholarships and to discuss your eligibility please contact our Admissions team.
Find out what students say about University of Essex Online
Nathan Jarvis - BSc (Hons) Computer Science
"The university’s excellent reputation heavily influenced my decision to enrol, as I wanted to ensure my degree would be highly respected. The University of Essex Online also offered the exact course I wanted in a shorter timeframe than many other part-time options, making it a practical choice as well."
Sean Michael Coldicott - MSc Business and Management (Business Analytics)
"The University of Essex Online is a great place to study. The Student Support team are very helpful and tutors have been friendly and professional."
Nicole McLean-Anderson - BSc (Hons) Criminal Psychology
"The virtual learning environment (VLE) is user-friendly, intuitive and well-organised, which is essential given I’m studying from the other side of the globe."
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