Postgraduate Online Learning Open Days

During the Online Learning Open Days you will have the opportunity to register for and attend live sessions online, ask your questions to staff and current students, and browse the event hub which will include useful videos, links and resources. 

Most of the sessions will also be recorded. If you register but can't make the live event, you will be sent a link to the recordings so you can watch them in your own time.

Academic programme sessions

The majority of sessions taking place during the event are about postgraduate programmes that we offer. This is a chance for our academic staff members to introduce you to specific postgraduate programmes and the people who teach them. 

Most sessions will involve a short presentation and will conclude with a chance for you to ask your questions. Some sessions may focus on a specific programme, while others may highlight several programmes. The booking form allows you to filter sessions by subject area. 

General sessions

The sessions that are tagged on the form as 'General Sessions' introduce you to what it's like to be an online student at the University of Edinburgh, and the support we provide to assist you during your studies. These sessions include: 

How online learning works

• Your top questions about online Masters' answered
• How you learn online and an intro to the VLE (Virtual Learning Environment)
• Why choose the University of Edinburgh? In Conversation with Melissa Highton, Assistant Principal for Online Learning

Application process and funding

• How to apply for Postgraduate study
• Personal statements & references: explained
• Text chat sessions with our Admissions team
• Fees and options for funding your studies

Online student life and support 

• Hear from our online student and graduates (one each day)
• Library services and resources
• Postgraduate student life
• Student Health & Wellbeing: Supporting you during your studies
• Take one of our free short online courses!