92 Online programmes offered by the university

The Liberal Studies programme at Portland State University offers a flexible, public study mode for those seeking a versatile education. This bachelor degree allows students to customise their curriculum across diverse disciplines. It is designed for completion over a standard four-year duration in a full-time capacity.

The Social Work programme at Portland State University is a public, CSWE-accredited course designed for impactful careers. This bachelor degree requires 180 credits and offers flexible study mode options, including in-person and online learning. Students gain vital hands-on experience through dedicated community practicums.

The Middle East Studies programme at Portland State University offers a comprehensive undergraduate certificate. This public study mode course provides an interdisciplinary look at a vital global region. Students explore history and culture over a flexible duration, gaining a competitive edge for various professional paths.

The Infant - Toddler Mental Health Postgraduate Certificate from Portland State University is a fully online, 20-credit program designed for service providers who work with families with children age prenatal to 3 years old.

The Arts and Letters programme at Portland State University offers a flexible, public study mode for independent learners. This bachelor degree provides a comprehensive foundation in Liberal Arts, focusing on communication and research. Students benefit from a customisable curriculum designed to enhance critical thinking.

The Public Health Studies - Community Health Promotion programme at Portland State University is a comprehensive bachelor degree delivered in a public study mode. This 180-credit course focuses on addressing health disparities and designing community strategies, offering students expert mentorship and a mentored internship.

This Teaching Adult Learners Postgraduate Certificate from Portland State University emphasizes a theory-to-practice (praxis) curricular focus of contemporary research, evidence-based practices, and culturally-contextualized expertise and experiences.

The Business Technology And Analytics programme at Portland State University is a STEM-designated bachelor degree. This public study mode course requires 180 credits and offers a flexible duration. It focuses on bridging the gap between digital skills and business strategy through expert-led technical training.

The Public Health Studies - Pre-Clinical Health Sciences programme at Portland State University offers a robust foundation for future medical professionals. This bachelor degree, available in public study modes, spans 180 credits. It combines core public health principles with essential clinical prerequisites for diverse health careers.

The Public Health Studies - School Health Education programme at Portland State University is a comprehensive bachelor degree delivered in person. This 180-credit course prepares students for careers in educational health settings through expert mentorship and a curriculum accredited by the Council for Education in Public Health.

The Public Health Studies - Community Health Promotion programme at Portland State University is a comprehensive bachelor degree. This 180-credit course is delivered primarily in person with online options. It focuses on addressing health disparities and designing community strategies through expert-led, professional training.

The Early Intervention Special Education online program from Portland State University is designed both for new teachers seeking a preliminary teaching license with a Special Education: Early Intervention endorsement, and licensed teachers who want to add an early intervention endorsement or special education master’s degree.

The Communication Sciences and Disorders programme at Portland State University is a 49-credit bachelor level certificate. Delivered in person with online options, this public study mode course provides a clinical foundation in speech and hearing sciences, preparing students for professional licensure or advanced graduate study.

Cultural History of the Arts at Portland State University is an innovative and flexible degree allows students to study the histories of music and art across cultures and time. By incorporating both musical and art history these connections can be made in deep and nuanced ways. Coursework can be completed on campus, online, or any combination of the two.

The History degree program from Portland State University is designed to offer systemic training in the content, methods, and interpretation of history in a variety of specialized fields.

The World Languages and Literatures - Chinese programme at Portland State University offers a comprehensive bachelor level education. Delivered in a public study mode, this course explores a three-thousand-year literary tradition. Students engage with ancient philosophy and modern Nobel Prize-winning literature in Portland.

The Curriculum and Instruction degree program from Portland State University is for teachers and other education professionals who want to pursue advanced studies in teacher leadership, educational theories and research, and curriculum design. 

The Social Science programme at Portland State University offers a comprehensive public education. This bachelor degree provides a flexible study mode, including in-person and online options, over a standard four-year duration. Students gain a broad knowledge base to address complex social issues in a multicultural world.

The Training and Development Postgraduate Certificate from Portland State University prepares professionals who teach, train, manage, and/or consult in the area of workforce (employee and volunteer) development.  Students will apply current theory as they plan, create, deliver, and evaluate high quality training programs for their organizations.

Within the Public Health Practice program from Portland State University, you will gain applied knowledge that enhances your ability to engage stakeholders, identify community needs, gather data, design and implement programs and policies, lead organizations, and collaborate across disciplines.