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==== MA (Master of Arts) ====
* Sometimes more conceptual, creative, and critically oriented.
* May emphasize cultural, artistic, and theoretical aspects of design.
* Great for roles in creative strategy, digital media, and design leadership.
* Example: MA in Digital Design with flexibility in project direction at De Montfort University in the UK. De Montfort University<ref>{{cite web|title=De Montfort University|url=https://www.dmu.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-courses/digital-design-ma-degree/digital-design-ma-degree.aspx|publisher=De Montfort University|access-date=2026-01-22}}</ref>

MSc (Master of Science)
* Often more technical and research-oriented.
* Includes structured study of digital technologies, tools, and analytical methods.
* May involve technical concepts like human–computer interaction, data and digital systems.
* Example: MSc in Digital Design where you learn design methods and problem-solving for tech-centred projects, like at University of York. University of York<ref>{{cite web|title=University of York|url=https://www.york.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/courses/msc-digital-design/|publisher=University of York|access-date=2026-01-22}}</ref>

In some programs (like at De Montfort) students can choose a route (MA or MSc) based on their major project or coursework emphasis. De Montfort University<ref>{{cite web|title=De Montfort University|url=https://www.dmu.ac.uk/study/courses/postgraduate-courses/digital-design-ma-degree/digital-design-ma-degree.aspx|publisher=De Montfort University|access-date=2026-01-22}}</ref>