Why study Digital Governance at Hertie?
Studying Digital Governance at the Hertie School prepares you for the fast-paced and ever-changing world of digitalisation in public policy. Our curriculum combines academic theory with practical applications in the digital realm, providing you with a deep understanding in policy design and implementation in the realm of digital transformation. We study digital governance with respect to these three areas: digitalisation of government, artificial Intelligence (AI) and the human transformation, and governance of digital services.
The school's location in Berlin, a hub for digital innovation and policy, offers a unique opportunity to experience digital governance in action and to network with leading professionals in the field. Our campus is a vibrant centre for events and discussions, placing you at the core of digital governance discourse. You'll be equipped to understand and influence the complex interplay of technology, policy, and society and to have a significant role in shaping the digital future.
To which Master's programme should you apply?
If you want to focus your studies in Digital Governance you should apply to our Master of Public Policy (MPP). Here's an overview of the programme and some of the courses you could take:
- 2-year, full-time programme (120 ECTS) in English, MPP degree
- Specialise in policy analysis or governance and leadership
- Integrated professional development: Internship and Professional Year programme
- Career services, professional and alumni network
- Leading international faculty
- Scholarships available
- International academic exchanges and dual degrees
- Qualifies for a job-seeking visa in Germany (up to 18 months after graduating)
- Accredited by German Accreditation Council
Some of the digital governance-related courses you can take during your MPP are:
- Problems and solutions of large digital corporations: A competition and antitrust perspective
- Public service in a digital age
- The policy process: Digital governance and social media governance
Building a digital society, the Estonian way
Join students from the Hertie School and the Oxford Internet Institute as they embark on a study trip to Estonia, a nation that stands as a beacon of digital progress in Europe. Learn more about the insights from this and from previous trips here.
Your go-to place during your studies: The Centre for Digital Governance
Our core Digital Governance Faculty