Study the complex relationship between culture, religion and history with our online Masters degrees and short courses. These programmes provide a rich and research-driven understanding of the historical, philosophical, theological, and artistic factors that shape societies worldwide.
Whether you’re interested in the history, art and philosophy of Scotland, the relationship between art and faith in the Christian world, or the application of philosophical thinking to real-world challenges, our programmes offer a focused and in-depth exploration into each field. You can also explore advanced studies in early Christianity and the New Testament or examine disability through a theological perspective.
Designed for flexibility, our programmes allow you to balance study with professional and personal commitments - learning from anywhere in the world while deepening your expertise in each area.
Towards a Masters degree
You can use some of these short courses to earn credits towards our:
Masters in Scottish Heritage
Explore the rich history, art and philosophy of Scotland and its people. Access rare archive treasures and award-winning online teaching, with this flexible online Masters.
Graduate voices
Hear from Jonathan, an online student who graduated with us in summer 2025.
The online format for the course has been well-thought out, and is not an adaptation of an in-person course. To be able to return and listen to lectures more than once has been invaluable, and the online access to the library and reading materials has generally been excellent.
Ann, online MLitt Christianity and the Visual Arts student, Retired
The programme provides an outlet for a real passion of mine – Scottish history and heritage. It’s opened my eyes to a whole new world, a network of people I never knew who share the passion.
Alanna MacTavish Khalil, online MLitt Scottish Heritage student
I’ve gained a lot from this programme. I’ve become aware that philosophy can achieve much more than I’ve ever thought. I also learned a lot about how to engage the public and make an impact with my project, including how to get stakeholders involved in the project, and how to explain philosophical issues to people who don’t know much about philosophy.
Lidong Mou – MLitt Philosophy and Society graduate
Access rare Scottish archives and collections from anywhere
As an online student, you’ll have access to our outstanding University Collections and the Sir Duncan Rice Library, giving you the opportunity to engage with a wide range of primary sources. These include ancient Scottish records, manuscripts, prints, photographs and literary collections from leading Scottish writers and poets. Highlights include our extensive Jacobite materials, works from the Scottish Enlightenment, the Aberdeen Bestiary and one of the most comprehensive collections of Sir Walter Scott’s writings.
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Over 525 years of excellence
Join a university founded in 1495, where Divinity has been taught for more than five centuries.