Online Masters degree courses

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Online postgraduate courses

Study one of our online postgraduate degrees to take your career to the next level, or in a new direction. Our online distance learning courses offer a great level of teaching and support, and are perfect to fit in around a busy lifestyle.

Learn through online lectures, seminars, and guided independent study delivered via the University’s virtual learning platform. You'll also have access to all the University's services including the library, student support services and IT. Some courses are delivered entirely online, while others feature a combination of virtual learning and on-campus classes.

Become part of an international online community of fellow students and academics.

What courses can I study online?

Find out what courses you can study online, and when you can begin your studies.

Do you need help funding your postgraduate course? Take a look at our wide range of postgraduate loans, scholarships and funding opportunities

Postgraduate loans and funding

Online and classroom based courses

We have a number of courses which are mostly delivered online but require you to attend classes on campus a couple of times throughout your studies.

What our students said

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Grace Messenger
Kuwait
MRes Health Research (Online)

I live out in Kuwait and work as a podiatrist, so when I decided to take on a Masters I knew I needed a distance learning degree that was fully online. The course at Stirling has been fantastic for me.

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