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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 4h

Online masters now open for 2026 entry! 📚🎓

Curious about what it's like studying a postgraduate qualification online with Edinburgh? Then sign up for our Postgraduate Online Learning Essentials event on Wednesday 15th October!

edin.ac/3VVVyF2

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 2d

Our free short online course, Learning for Sustainable Futures, is now open for enrolments! 🌍💚🌱

This week, we're starting things off by examining our own understanding of #Sustainability and considering different perspectives.

Enrol for free today: edin.ac/4ptnKN2

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 16d

Want to get back into learning? Take a short course with the University of Edinburgh. 🧠⚡

Book a course today!
shortcourses.ed.ac.uk

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 16d

Our popular short online course, How to Read a Novel, launches today for another run - now updated with four new novels shortlisted for the 2025 #JamesTaitBlack prize!

Week one starts today - join us for free: edin.ac/3xw41pW

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 23d

Help us to improve our Short Course website and receive a shopping voucher for your insights! 🎁✨

Please note: you will need access to both a mobile phone AND a laptop to be eligible to participate.

Entries close on Monday, 6 October 2025.

Click the link in our bio to sign up today!

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 23d

Graduation photos captured by @fo.jox on Instagram

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 23d

Meet Elizabeth Jenkins, our inspiring online learning graduate who completed her MSc Data Science, Technology, and Innovation! 📱 🌐

Swipe to discover how Elizabeth the benefits of flexible education, as well as how she utilised the University's autism mentoring service during her studies.

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 27d

Are you a new online student wondering how you will manage your study time? ⏰ Hear tips from online learning students and alumni about effective time management.

#EdinburghWelcomeWeek

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · 29d

Dear new online students, we are delighted that you've started your online learning journey at the University of Edinburgh.

Watch this video for insights and advice from our wonderful alumni 🎓

#EdinburghWelcomeWeek

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 24

Did you miss our Open Days? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Attendees joined live online sessions about postgraduate online learning at the University of Edinburgh. There were programme-specific sessions as well as more general sessions.

View recordings: www.ed.ac.uk/studying/pos...

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 21

Her vision is to contribute to building sustainable surgical services, mentoring future surgeons, and supporting global health research and education in resource-limited settings.

Our biggest (double) congratulations to Marcella!

#EdinburghGrad #UoEOnline

@cmvm-edinburghuni.bsky.social

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 21

Meet Marcella Ryan-Coker, two-time online masters graduate!🔥

With these two degrees, Marcella hopes to help expand access to trauma and orthopaedic care back home in Sierra Leone.

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 20

Dr. Abdulrahman Kasaji is doing his fifth masters online with the University of Edinburgh's School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences! 💻

Swipe to discover why he's studying the MSc Epistemology, Ethics, and Mind and what he likes most about online study 🧠👉

@schoolofppls.bsky.social

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 15

Data Science for Football Professionals
edin.ac/4fB3KmW

#premierleague #football #soccer #epl
📷: Tembela Bohle, Pexels

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 15

With the Premier League kicking off this evening, dive deeper with our football short courses:

Football: More than a Game
edin.ac/41sM1Hh

Data Science for Football Professionals:
edin.ac/4fB3KmW

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 10

Learn something new, upskill or meet your professional development goals with a short course at the University of Edinburgh. 📈💡📚

Explore our new website and find a course for you today!

shortcourses.ed.ac.uk

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Aug 8

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Gain the confidence to change fields or build the skills to stay competitive in your industry.

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Jul 31

What are the top perks of studying an online masters, according to our current students? Swipe to find out 👉

#UoEOnline #onlinedegree #onlinemasters

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Jul 29

We asked a couple of online graduates from the School of History, Classics and Archaeology about their experience graduating in person in Edinburgh. Spoiler: they felt very big emotions! 😍🎓

#EdinburghGrad #UoEOnline @hcaatedinburgh.bsky.social

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Jul 24

Why would online learning be the best option for someone considering postgraduate study at Edinburgh? 💻📚 Find out what these graduates from the School of History, Classics and Archaeology had to say.

#EdinburghGrad #UoEOnline @hcaatedinburgh.bsky.social

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Jul 23

We asked our current postgraduate online students what they love the most about studying virtually. Swipe to read their interesting insights 👉

#UoEOnline

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HCAatEdinburgh @hcaatedinburgh.bsky.social · Jul 18

Sabú, you rock! Quite literally! Congratulations on your graduation and the gig.

#History #Classics #Archaeology #Ancientworlds #Edinburgh #Online

Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Jul 18

Sabú Gudrich, a rock musician and Latin language tutor, was thrilled to receive a PgDip in Ancient Worlds (Online Learning) from the University of Edinburgh!

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Online Learning | The University of Edinburgh @uoe-online.bsky.social · Jul 18

Sabú found that exiting with the PgDip was their ideal option because they could still graduate and manage their commitments. 🎸

Sabú’s band, The Lurxx, also played in Edinburgh on Thursday at Sketchy Beats Cafe! Congrats once again, Sabú.

#EdinburghGrad #UoEOnline @hcaatedinburgh.bsky.social

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