Why study online?
As one of the largest providers of distance learning in the UK, we offer you a prestigious online education that matches the on-campus experience, taught by our same expert professors and lecturers.
Flexible learning
You’ll have the freedom to study whenever and wherever it works best for you while benefitting from world-class instruction delivered by the same lecturers and faculty experts who teach on campus. We also provide a range of flexible payment options to meet students where they are and lower the barrier to higher education.
Career progression
You will become part of our alumni community and build a network of like-minded professionals on your course that will help you navigate your next steps in your career. We’ll even support you in your job search with our Careers Network, linking you to global opportunities to launch or elevate your career.
Dynamic and interactive learning
You will have access to the latest in digital media to experience more dynamic and interactive learning. Our course curriculum design encourages participation and connectivity through the use of video lectures, case studies, interactive assignments, digital resources and peer-to-peer social interaction. You’ll be led by the same leading lecturers and faculty experts who teach on campus.
The University of Birmingham is a top quality school in England. I wanted to make sure that the school I chose was well accredited, and with the triple-crown accreditation my degree will transfer back to the US.
Featured courses
Strategic Marketing Practice (Online) MSc
Industry-informed curriculum designed to equip students with the marketing skills and expertise required in industry.
Digital Media and Global Communication (Online) MA
Advance your career in a broad range of media, communications, and creative industries
Design for Learning Environments (Online) PGCert
Bringing together the latest thinking in computing, design, the social sciences and education.
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We offer more than 100 online courses at postgraduate level. Search our wide range of online Masters, PhD and Short Courses using our course finder.
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Meet Claire: Online learner
Advice and career progression from being an online distance learner.