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
MSc

Applied Data Science in Engineering

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 5 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Applied Instrumentation and Control
MSc

Applied Instrumentation and Control

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 5 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Climate Justice
MSc

Climate Justice

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 5 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Doctorate of Business Administration
DBA

Doctorate of Business Administration

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Part Time Distance Learning
4 - 6 Years Sep 24 Glasgow

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
MSc

Insurance and Sustainable Risk Management

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 3 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 2 - 3 Years Jan 25 London
International Construction Project Management
MSc

International Construction Project Management

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 30 Months Jan 25 Glasgow
Master of Public Health
MPH

Master of Public Health

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 5 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MPH Distance Learning 3 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Quantity Surveying
MSc

Quantity Surveying

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 5 Years Sep 24 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.

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Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 2 - 5 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Risk Management
MSc

Risk Management

Mode of study Duration Start date Location
Distance Learning
2 - 3 Years Sep 24 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.

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MSc (IRM Fast-track) Distance Learning 18 Months Sep 24 Glasgow
Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc Distance Learning 2 - 3 Years Jan 25 Glasgow
Award Mode of study Duration Start date Location
MSc (IRM Fast-track) Distance Learning 18 Months Jan 25 Glasgow

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