52 Online programmes offered by the university

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.

The Counselling Skills Programme is designed for anyone who wants to know more about counselling skills and helping relationships for use in their work, as part of their studies, or for personal development. The Counselling Skills programme is offered at University of Aberdeen. 

Archaeology is the only discipline that studies the human past in its entirety; from the origins of our species to the events of yesterday. Archaeology at Aberdeen has a special northern focus that is unique in the UK.

Archaeology is a window into our shared human journey, tracing our story from the earliest communities to the shaping of the modern world. You will gain cutting-edge insight into how archaeologists investigate lifeways, environments, and cultural change. The Archaeology programme is offered at University of Aberdeen.

Join a flexible online Masters in Psychology that you can tailor to your interests and career goals. The Psychology in the Workplace programme is offered at University of Aberdeen.

The Health Economics for Health Professionals MSc at the University of Aberdeen is a flexible, online programme designed for healthcare experts. This Master of Science degree lasts approximately 28 months and is delivered via a public study mode, focusing on resource allocation and advanced health research skills.

In this Petroleum Economics and Policy course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll gain a better understanding of the oil and gas industry by studying the economics behind it.

In this Media and Memory course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll study the role played by different media in visualising history and memory.

Join the online Health Economics course at the University of Aberdeen and learn to apply economic thinking to health care.

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.

Join this The Psychology of Social Bias course at the University of Aberdeen for a better understanding of social bias in the workplace and wider society.

Learn how to implement a safe and effective mindfulness strategy for children, to enhance learning and wellbeing, all with this Mindfulness in the Classroom course at the University of Aberdeen.

The Scottish Heritage MLitt at the University of Aberdeen is a flexible, 100% online postgraduate programme. Spanning 32 months, this public study mode degree explores Scotland's art, history, and philosophy. It offers a unique interdisciplinary approach for those interested in the nation's rich cultural and oral past.

Quantitative methods are central to social research. In this Quantitative Methods in Social Science course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll learn to carry out effective quantitative research.

Develop your skills in qualitative research online. Learn how to carry out research interviews and focus groups ethically and successfully with this Research Interviews and Focus Groups in Social Science course at the University of Aberdeen.

Ethnography is a fascinating way to study people and cultures. Learn the methods ethnographers use to research, analyse and help us understand cultures around the world with this An Introduction to Ethnographic Research Methods course at the University of Aberdeen.

In this Popular Cultures and Subcultures - Mass and Minority Perspectives course at the University of Aberdeen, you’ll examine how popular cultures and subcultures interact with, represent, and shape current societies and politics.

Through a pluralistic lens, the programme aims to enhance your skills, confidence and capability to practice as a counselling supervisor, enabling you to support experienced and trainee counselling practitioners in their professional development. The Counselling Supervision programme is offered at University of Aberdeen.

Gain an international perspective on the function and performance of health care systems with this Economics of Healthcare Systems and Policy course at the University of Aberdeen.

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.