26 Online programmes offered by the university

Become an expert researcher at the forefront of your field with this Linguistics and Communication programme from University of Birmingham.

Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world through the Theology and Religion (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

Throughout the Military History by Distance Learning (Online) from the University of Birmingham you'll explore military history to understand how cultures enter conflict, leaders make decisions and individuals experience war. Examine the deeper human, ethical and strategic dimensions of warfare.

Delve into British, European and world history from c.500 to the present day. Shape the future of historical research when you join our Department of History. Learn more at the History (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

Within the Philosophy of Religion and Ethics (Distance Learning) (Online) programme from University of Birmingham, you'll consider ethical approaches from a wide range of perspectives and think critically about religious viewpoints and their impact. Developing your skills in presentation and persuasion, you’ll enhance your academic or professional career path. 

Throughout the Shakespeare (Online) course from University of Birmingham you'll explore different approaches to Shakespeare based on the latest research of the Shakespeare experts.

Delve into British, European and world history from c.500 to the present day. Shape the future of historical research when you join the Department of History. Learn more at the History programme from University of Birmingham. 

Become an expert researcher at the forefront of your field. With an international reputation as a centre of excellence, the Department of Linguistics and Communication offers campus and distance-learning PhD supervision across a broad range of research areas. Learn more at the Linguistics and Communication (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

Research your literary passions and become an expert in your chosen area of literature. At Birmingham, the research interests span medieval to modernism, digital cultures and the future of fiction. Learn more at the English Literature (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

The Faith-Based Leadership programme from University of Birmingham  recognises faith leaders already have expert theological and pastoral skills, but often need to manage sophisticated organisations, projects and initiatives.

Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world through the Theology and Religion programme from University of Birmingham.

Take the next step with the Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies (by research) degree delivered by the University of Birmingham. At Birmingham, you’ll be a part of the UK’s only research centre to unite these disciplines.

With the a Shakespeare Studies programme from  University of Birmingham you'll join a community of scholars in Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon and access the most comprehensive Shakespeare studies collection in the UK.

The Classics and Ancient History course at the University of Birmingham covers a huge range of areas, with a focus on Egyptian, Roman and Greek societies across all the periods of classical antiquity.

Advance your understanding in the study of language and take English teaching to the next level. The Applied Linguistics (Online) programme from University of Birmingham fits around your life so you can learn while working anywhere in the world.

Take your study of History to the next level and benefit from Birmingham’s stellar teaching and research reputation from anywhere in the world with the History by Distance Learning (Online) programme from University of Birmingham.

The Classics and Ancient History (by research) course at the University of Birmingham covers a huge range of areas, with a focus on Egyptian, Roman and Greek societies across all the periods of classical antiquity.

Take the next step with the Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies programme at the University of Birmingham. At Birmingham, you’ll be a part of the UK’s only research centre to unite these disciplines.

With the Philosophy programme from University of Birmingham you will join a vibrant research community with a diverse range of interests and approaches.

Research your literary passions and become an expert in your chosen area of literature. At Birmingham, the research interests span medieval to modernism, digital cultures and the future of fiction. Learn more at the English Literature programme from University of Birmingham.