22 Online programmes offered by the university

With The Philosophy of the Scottish Enlightenment course at the University of Aberdeen to study Scottish Enlightenment philosophers and the groundbreaking ideas that rocked 18th-century Scotland.

Study literature from across the world and explore cultures and societies in and beyond the English-speaking world. Gain a global outlook while learning from experts in languages, literatures and culture.

Access fascinating source materials as you evaluate Scotland’s global impact over the past millennium in this Scotland - A Millennium of History course at the University of Aberdeen.

This Jacobite Scotland - Cultures, Identities, Legacies, 1688-1830 course at the University of Aberdeen will explore one of the most romanticised and mythologised subjects in Scottish history: the Jacobite cause.

In this online Philosophy and Society course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll learn how to put philosophy into practice, whatever your career or area of interest.

Learn to make meaningful decolonial changes in a range of sectors with this Decolonising Society and Politics course at the University of Aberdeen.

Study religion and disability online with experts in Disability Theology. Join our renowned department of Divinity and Religious Studies for a flexible Masters programme that’s ideal CPD for faith leaders.

Join our world-class department of Divinity and Religious Studies for this flexible online Masters degree. Undertake research-driven courses in advanced biblical studies with experts in ancient Judaism, New Testament, and Patristics, wherever you are in the world.

Join this Scottish Visual History course at the University of Aberdeen and discover Scotland’s fascinating visual history across the 18th and 19th centuries.

Join this Scottish Witch-Hunting and the Rise of a Protestant Culture 1590-1690 course at the University of Aberdeen to uncover the facts about witch-hunting in Scotland and the Scottish witch trials.

The MLitt in Christianity and the Visual Arts at the University of Aberdeen offers a comprehensive exploration of art and faith from medieval to modern times. This programme can be pursued either full-time or part-time, with a duration of 12 or 24 months, providing a flexible learning experience for students interested in this unique intersection.

In this Peace and Conflict Studies course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll explore the key ideas, methods, and real-world practices that shape conflict resolution, peacemaking, and post-conflict peacebuilding.

In this Understanding Political Extremism - Hitler as a Case Study course at the University of Aberdeen, join a selection of scholars, policymakers, writers, curators, and film-makers from around the world to discuss their attempts at making sense of Hitler.

This programme offers the opportunity to gain a GTCS recognised qualification in Mindfulness through practice, reflection and greater understanding of the impact of mindfulness in the classroom. The Mindfulness Professional Recognition programme is offered at University of Aberdeen.

Examine the history of the Christian faith in Scotland, from the mission of Columba, through the crusade of Billy Graham, to the present day, all with this Scottish Church History - From Columba to Graham course at the University of Aberdeen.

Learn about historical pandemics and discover how societies have responded to the them with this Pandemics and Plagues - History's Deadliest Diseases course at the University of Aberdeen.

The MLitt in Christianity and the Visual Arts is a postgraduate degree offered by the University of Aberdeen. This online programme spans 24 months, allowing students to explore the interplay between faith and art. Designed for flexibility, it accommodates various schedules while providing access to world-class resources and expertise.

The Theology (Online) programme at the University of Aberdeen is a flexible undergraduate degree delivered 100% online. This public study mode course lasts up to four years full-time or eight years part-time. It offers a comprehensive foundation in theological studies from a historic institution with centuries of expertise.

The University of Aberdeen offers a flexible online Master of Letters (MLitt) in Philosophy and Society, designed for those wishing to explore philosophical applications in real-world contexts. This postgraduate programme typically spans 27 months, allowing for part-time study while accommodating full-time work commitments.

Gain the skills you need to conduct research in archives and library collections at graduate level, anywhere in the world, with this Approaches to Research - Archives and Sources course at the University of Aberdeen.