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Online & Distance Learning Masters Degrees in Scotland, United Kingdom

We have 413 Online & Distance Learning Masters Degrees in Scotland, United Kingdom

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SRUC - Scotland’s Rural College

Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) prides itself on developing its students and staff to lead the way. Through postgraduate study, students deepen their knowledge in their chosen area, giving them a distinct advantage over their industry peers. It is our mission to create and mobilise knowledge and talent, to partner locally and globally to benefit the natural economy. Education, research, and consultancy (through SAC Consulting) at SRUC grows the natural economy. A natural economy fuelled by responsible use of the world's natural resources: people, land, energy, water, animals and plants. By working in partnership, we focus on solving the challenges our planet faces, including climate change, biodiversity and access to nutritious food and clean water.

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University of the Highlands and Islands

The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is an integrated university that offers a broader range of options than any single college or university can. UHI are part of a new breed of tertiary institutions, the only one in Scotland and one of only a few in Europe that offers flexible and supported learning from access level to PhD, which suits more people at more levels for more reasons. We have 31,000 students at the heart of what we do and our greatest strength is the diversity and flexibility of our partnership, which empowers us to deliver more. We are proud of our unique place and deep roots in our communities and this makes our teaching and research more connected to their needs. You’ll find us throughout the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Perthshire and online from wherever you want to study. UHI - where learning means more.

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Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier University is a modern, ambitious and innovative university located in Edinburgh, Scotland’s vibrant capital. At Edinburgh Napier staff and support teams nurture talent and create knowledge that shapes communities around Scotland and across the world. Their innovative research across five specialised faculties, ensures Edinburgh Napier graduates are well-prepared for the workforce, supported by strong industry links with employers and businesses. Edinburgh Napier has been consistently voted by students as number one in Edinburgh for student satisfaction in the UK’s ‘National Student Survey’ for the last five years! It is a strong community of students and staff, all driven by a shared passion for making a difference in the world.

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University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a leading modern university that combines academic excellence with real-world impact. With campuses across the West of Scotland and London, UWS offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to innovate, grow, and succeed. UWS delivers high-quality education in state-of-the-art facilities, fostering a diverse and inclusive community - which is one of the reasons UWS has been ranked 26th in the world for impact on reducing in equalities (THE Impact Rankings 2025).

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University of St Andrews

Founded in 1413, the University of St Andrews is Scotland’s oldest university and the third oldest in the English-speaking world. Today, it is globally recognised for its academic excellence, research impact, and distinctive student experience. St Andrews is committed to expanding international partnerships, advancing digital education, and fostering a diverse, inclusive community. With world-leading research in areas such as climate science, energy ethics, and global health, St Andrews continues to shape solutions to some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Our vibrant international community and growing digital footprint ensure that a St Andrews education reaches learners across the globe.

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Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a welcoming, values-led university with campuses in the heart of Glasgow and London. As we celebrate 150 years since our founding, we remain committed to enabling students to succeed in their careers and make a positive impact in the world. Ranked in the top 40 UK universities nationally (The Times and Sunday Times 2026) and recognised as the UK’s University of the Year for Graduate Jobs (Daily Mail 2026), we bring together over 22,000 students from more than 100 countries in a truly global community.

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University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh. Extraordinary futures await. The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1583, is an internationally renowned centre for teaching and research. We are widely regarded as one of the most prestigious universities in Europe, consistently placed among the top 50 leading universities in the world (Times Higher Education World Rankings) and placed 34th in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Our students have been making an impact on the world for more than 400 years. Each year is different – every individual, every degree, every campus experience is unique and a vital part of our mission to make the world a better place.

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University of Stirling

The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students Be the Difference in the world. Based in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is a place where ability – not background – is valued, and teaching, employability and facilities are all rated five-star (QS Stars University Ratings 2024). That’s just part of the reason Stirling was shortlisted for University of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2024, rated top 30 in the UK for postgraduate teaching (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024) and number one in the UK for campus environment (The International Student Barometer 2024).   Stirling is also the proud holder of a Silver award from the Athena Swan Charter in recognition of the University’s commitment to advancing gender equality. With over 90 postgraduate courses, including a portfolio of online courses, we equip our graduates with the knowledge, expertise and employability skills needed to succeed in the workplace.

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Heriot-Watt University

Heriot-Watt University is a world-leading institution with strong links to international industry driven by our research and innovation in STEM, business and design. With a rich heritage stretching back to 1821, we are a truly global university bringing together scholars and subject matter experts to offer a wide range of Masters courses across full time, part time and online study models. We’re in the top 13% of universities in Europe (QS Europe Rankings 2026), and students at Heriot-Watt have access to pioneering research and teaching, with almost 90% of the university’s research output ranked as world-leading and internationally excellent (Research Excellence Framework 2021). Heriot-Watt is 1st in Scotland and 2nd in the UK for positive graduate outcomes in the 2024 Graduate Outcomes survey. Plus, Heriot-Watt produces the highest percentage of CEOs and Managing Directors in Scotland (Novuna 2025). This is thanks to career-focused degrees and lifetime support from our award-winning careers team.

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University of Aberdeen

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is the fifth oldest University in the UK and is home to a diverse community of over 14,000 students from more than 130 different countries. We are ranked 3rd in Scotland and Top 20 in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2026. At the forefront of change and discovery for over 530 years, the University of Aberdeen has a proud history of teaching and research excellence, and has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize - the highest honour for UK further and higher education - on two occasions. The University is also associated with five Nobel Prizes across chemistry, physics, medicine and nutrition.

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Robert Gordon University

As well as being home to a diverse community of students, Robert Gordon University (RGU) is recognised for its rankings in graduate employability, industry connections and quality of teaching. We are committed to providing students with an excellent experience, enabling them to raise their aspirations and thrive in their professional careers, continuously growing the quality and impact of our research and contributing towards Scotland’s economic and social regeneration. Our sparkling city of Aberdeen, in the North East of Scotland, has been named one of the 'Best Places To Go' in the UK in 2025 by Condé Nast Traveller Magazine. Boasting plentiful social and cultural activities, Aberdeen offers RGU students a wonderful study, work and leisure environment. On campus, you can take full advantage of first-class facilities as well as our beautiful green open spaces.

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Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

We are distinctive in our person-centred and career-focused approach to education and teaching, and for preparing students for meaningful careers. As a student with us, you are much more than a student number. We aim to enable you to become your best self, and to prepare you to go far. Renowned for immediately relevant research and innovation, we have widely recognised expertise in business, the creative industries, education, health and rehabilitation, and social sciences. Based just six minutes from Edinburgh by train, we offer a wide range of flexible postgraduate study options to enhance your career, knowledge, and skills, and provide a stimulating study environment in which you can thrive - in-person, online, part or full-time. We were named Higher Education Institute of the Year at the prestigious Herald Higher Education Awards 2025.This accolade celebrates our enduring commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, inclusion, innovation, and student support.

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University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world since 1451. We are a world top 100 university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of leading UK research universities. Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, including eight Nobel Laureates, two UK Prime Ministers, three First Ministers of Scotland, 10 Fellows of the Royal Society and 11 Fellows of the British Academy. Our past achievements inspire our current world changers. As a globally connected university, we work in partnership with others across the world to advance global solutions to real world problems.

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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) is a place like nowhere else, powered by performance, its people and their passion. Consistently ranked in the top ten of the QS World University Rankings, RCS offers specialist tuition across music, drama, dance, production, film, education and research under one roof creating an environment where artists move between disciplines, immersed in a culture of creativity and collaboration that sparks bold new work and ways of thinking. Students learn from the best at RCS, where they work alongside award-winning teaching staff, industry experts and internationally acclaimed guest artists.

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Abertay University

Abertay University provides a close-knit, supportive community on a compact campus in Dundee. With around 4,400 on-campus students, we're known for our pioneering degrees, having launched the world’s first video games degree in 1997 and the first ethical hacking degree in 2006. Ranked Scotland's Top Modern University (Guardian University Guide 2026), Abertay offers a broad range of postgraduate courses in accounting, science, technology, art, counselling, and professional disciplines, all geared towards preparing students for the future job market. We're committed to sustainability, widening access to education, and delivering research with real-world impact. Abertay is a place where innovation thrives, and students are empowered to transform their lives and the world around them.

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University of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde is a leading international technological university based in the heart of Glasgow – Scotland’s largest, most cosmopolitan city. Founded in 1796 as a ‘place of useful learning’, the university is home to around 30,000 students from more than 140 countries. The University has delivered academic excellence through world-class research and education for over 200 years. This is underpinned by a commitment to innovation and impact, flexibility and collaboration with business, government, industry and tech.

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Masters courses

Cultar Dùthchasach agus Eachdraidh na Gàidhealtachd MSc

University of the Highlands and Islands  | 
Arts, Humanities and Business

Tha an cùrsa ùr-ghnàthaichte seo, le cliù fad is farsaing, a’ toirt dhut cothrom sònraichte mion-eòlas a chur air dualchas nan Gàidheal – uile-gu-lèir tron Ghàidhlig. View course

 Online  On campus  Part time

Cyber Security (Graduate Apprenticeship) MSc

University of Strathclyde  | 
Department of Computer & Information Sciences

Critical to an organisation’s cyber security protection is the ability to understand and articulate security threats, challenges… View course

 Online  On campus  Part time

Data Analytics - MSc/PgDip/PgCert (Online)

University of Glasgow  | 
College of Science and Engineering

While the amount of data being produced is proliferating at a staggering rate, the skills to extract information and the value we receive from it are both relatively scarce. View course

 Online  Part time

Data Driven Sustainability (Online Learning) PgCert, PgProfDev

University of Edinburgh  | 
Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Data is absolutely everywhere - it is all around us and continually growing. View course

 Online  Part time

Data Literacy for Justice - online

University of St Andrews  | 
School of Geography and Sustainable Development

Tackle the world's most pressing social, environmental, and sustainability challenges by using data-driven approaches to drive positive, justice-led change. View course

 Online  Part time  Full time

Data Science - online

University of St Andrews  | 
School of Computer Science

Develop core skills in data science essential to successful careers in many data-driven sectors. View course

 Online  Part time  Full time

Data Science (MSc)

University of Aberdeen  | 
School of Natural and Computing Sciences

The programme covers machine learning, big data analytics, data visualisation, and data management, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for careers in data science. View course

 Online  On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Data Science for Health and Social Care (Online Learning) MSc, PgCert, PgDip, PgProfDev

University of Edinburgh  | 
Edinburgh Medical School

Make a difference and boost your career with the MSc Data Science for Health and Social Care, where you will learn how to use data to improve lives… View course

 Online  Part time

Data Science MSc

University of Edinburgh  | 
School of Informatics

Data science is the study of the computational principles, methods, and systems for extracting and structuring knowledge from data; and the application and use of those principles. View course

 Online  Part time  Full time

Data Science Technologies (Online Learning) MSc

University of Edinburgh  | 
School of Informatics

With advances like generative AI transforming industries, there is an increasing demand for skilled data specialists. View course

 Online  Part time  Full time

Data-Driven Breeding and Genetics (Online Learning) MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev

University of Edinburgh  | 
Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Improving global food security and shifting to sustainable agriculture with technological advances are key to achieving sustainable development. View course

 Online  Part time

Decolonising Society and Politics

University of Aberdeen  | 
Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture

Join an online course that goes beyond decolonising the curriculum. View course

 Online  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Decommissioning MSc

University of Aberdeen  | 
School of Engineering

This programme focuses on the key technical, commercial, regulatory and environmental aspects associated with the decommissioning of energy infrastructure. View course

 Online  On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Dementia Studies MSc (Online)

University of Stirling  | 
Education and Social Sciences

With the number of people living with dementia across the world expected to double in the next 20 years… View course

 Online  Part time  Scholarships available

Design for Dementia and Ageing PGCert (Online)

University of Stirling  | 
Education and Social Sciences

The number of people in the UK with dementia is expected to increase to 1.4 million by 2040 (alzheimers.org.uk). View course

 Online  Part time  Scholarships available
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