Online and distance learning
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More flexibility to get the degree you want, from a high-performing Russell Group university.
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Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or progress your career, our online and distance learning courses provide you with the platform you need to reach your potential.
You don't need to live and study in York to get a degree from us. You can get many of the benefits of studying with a high-ranking university from the comfort of your home.
Our online and distance learning courses have been specially designed for studying from anywhere. So you can expect to receive the same high-quality education you'd get from studying on campus.
As well as degrees, we offer short online courses, known as MOOCs. These give you the chance to experience our teaching and learning for free.
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Distance learning courses
All of our online and distance learning courses offer:
- Access to our inspirational academics
- Carefully curated courses, designed especially for distance learners
- A degree from a Russell Group university
- Research-led teaching
- Flexibility to study from anywhere
- More time to earn while you learn
Distance education is perfect for me because I didn't have to give up my job to go back to university, so I could very well combine working and studying.
Valentina, distance learning student
Flexible online courses
Some of our online courses take the freedom of distance learning even further, providing:
- Multiple start dates per year
- Eight week modules
- The option to pay-per-module
- No need to travel to the University
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in the Times Higher Education (THE) ranking of the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
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The most important thing I enjoy and like about studying at York is the commitment of MSc programme staff – their commitment to the subject and flexibility in communication.
Abdulsalam, MSc in International Humanitarian Affairs (online)
Online and distance learning courses
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