Online and distance learning
Online distance learning is a popular mode of study for many of our students. With a whole range of online distance learning courses developed in collaboration with employers, you’ll find a vocational online master's degree that will help you stand out and move forward.
You have full access to our academic staff and student support services in a format that is flexible and available when you need it. When you choose to study online we can help, providing academic tutoring, assistance with English, career advice, financial support and more.
Distance learning courses
Applied Data Science in Engineering
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
2 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Embark on a career in a rapidly growing field and become a data scientist with an engineering background equipped with a skill set that's valued in a range of industry sectors.
Applied Instrumentation and Control
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
2 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Go further with instrumentation, control systems, data analysis and system health management, using existing skills in engineering and physical science. Progress your career in the oil and gas, renewables, utilities or manufacturing sectors.
Climate Justice
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
2 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in international development, environmental sciences and social and political science and apply them to postgraduate study. Progress to a career as a programme manager in climate change and climate justice, advisor or researcher.
Doctorate of Business Administration
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Part Time Distance Learning |
4 - 6 Years | Jan 25 | Distance Learning |
Choose a professionally-focused alternative to the PhD and develop industry-relevant research around your career. The ideal qualification to enhance your career trajectory, allowing you to combine employment with studying for a flagship degree.
Insurance and Sustainable Risk Management
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
2 - 3 Years | Jan 25 | London |
Apply your business skills to insurance management, risk management, risk modelling, underwriting and data analytics. Progress your career as an underwriter, cyber broker, claims manager, insurance data analyst or catastrophe risk modeller.
International Construction Project Management
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
30 Months | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Progress to a career as a project manager with employers such as Balfour Beatty, Sir Robert McAlpine and Morgan Sindall. Develop your leadership and planning skills at the postgraduate level in the study of construction and the built environment.
Master of Public Health
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
3 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in public health and apply them to theoretical insight, data analysis, research and practical application. Develop into roles such as public health advisor, researcher, epidemiologist or policy advisor.
Quantity Surveying
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
2 - 5 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Take existing skills in numeracy, problem solving and communication and apply them to negotiation, dispute resolution, project management and international construction. Progress to a career as a quantity surveyor or commercial manager.
Risk Management
Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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Distance Learning |
2 - 3 Years | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Join the increasingly important world of risk studying data acquisition, organisational risk analysis and impact-assessing insight. Progress to a career in a wide range of industries with employers such as Turner & Townsend and Barclays.
View 5 other study options
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc (IRM Fast-track) | Distance Learning | 18 Months | Jan 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 3 Years | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc (IRM Fast-track) | Distance Learning | 18 Months | Sep 25 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc | Distance Learning | 2 - 3 Years | Jan 26 | Glasgow |
Award | Mode of study | Duration | Start date | Location |
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MSc (IRM Fast-track) | Distance Learning | 18 Months | Jan 26 | Glasgow |
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