Learn online. Anytime, anywhere.
Gain a new skill or meet your professional development needs with our range of short online courses. Wherever you are in the world, we offer you a high quality distance learning experience, either directly through our own virtual learning environment or through our credible partners Coursera, edX and FutureLearn.
Learning for a Sustainable Future
Join a professional and personal global learning journey towards a sustainable future. What on Earth could be more important?
Our subjects
Short courses
Why study online with us?
The University of Edinburgh has been a leader in digital education and has attracted a global network of 5 million learners since 2012. Our learner-centred online courses are designed for both beginners and experienced professionals looking to upskill, and gain academic accreditation to boost their career. The courses are created and led by world-class academics with a passion for their subject areas, so you're in expert hands.
- World Top 50
- A global community of 5 million
- Taught by world-class academics
