Flexible part-time study for working professionals. Gain a prestigious qualification and boost your career – without having to relocate. ‘I study when, where and how I can’ What I like best about the programme is its flexibility and accessibility. With my unpredictable work schedule, I am grateful for the opportunity to study when, where and how I can.Kristna, MSc Clinical Education Flexible online study in human, animal and ecosystem health Through our flexible online programmes, we bridge disciplines and continents to help you develop the skills, knowledge and resilience you need to tackle some of the world's most pressing health challenges.Whether you are passionate about advancing human medicine, veterinary practice or conservation, our range of programmes offers a unique platform to strengthen your expertise without stepping away from your professional commitments.Under the guidance of world-class educators and researchers at one of the world’s top 50 universities, you’ll not only gain rigorous academic grounding but also become part of a vibrant community committed to excellence and innovation.Explore our diverse programmes and find out how you can contribute to global health transformation, all while advancing your career and expanding your professional network.Extraordinary careers are shaped here. How to apply Application guidanceEntry requirementsFees and funding Find your next career step We offer more than 30 online postgraduate programmes spanning a wide range of disciplines in human, animal and ecosystem health. Find out which programme is right for you: Our online learning programmes Medical and biomedical sciencesAnatomical Sciences – (PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Cancer Biology and Precision Oncology – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)Clinical Management of Pain – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Critical Care – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Internal Medicine – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Paediatric Emergency Medicine – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Patient Safety and Clinical Human Factors – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)Primary Care Ophthalmology – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)Science Communication and Public Engagement – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)Surgical Sciences – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert)Surgical Writing and Evidence-Based Practice – (PgCert, PgProfDev)Global and public health and infectious diseasesClinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Clinical Trials – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Data Science for Health and Social Care – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Epidemiology – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Family Medicine – (MFM)Global Food Security and Nutrition – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Global Health and Infectious Diseases – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Global Health Studies – (PgCert, PgProfDev)Public Health – (MPH, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev) Clinical educationClinical Education – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Simulation-Based Clinical Education – (PgCert)Animal, veterinary and ecosystem healthAdvanced Clinical Practice – (MVetSci, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Applied Conservation Genetics with Wildlife Forensics – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Biodiversity, Wildlife and Ecosystem Health – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Clinical Animal Behaviour – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Conservation Medicine – (MVetSci, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Data-Driven Breeding and Genetics – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)Data-Driven Sustainability – (PgCert, PgProfDev)Equine Science – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)International Animal Health – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)One Health – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)RCVS Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice – (PgProfDev)Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia – (MSc, PgDip, PgCert, PgProfDev)What’s the difference between a PgCert, a PgDip and a master's degree?Read our blog post to find out what these different qualifications mean. Why study with us? World-class education: Learn from leading practitioners and expert researchers on programmes that constantly evolve to reflect the latest developments.Convenience: Study at your own pace and balance your education with professional and personal commitments.Flexibility: Choose from a range of learning options, depending on your needs. Each option gives you a valuable qualification and an in-depth education in your chosen field.Reputation: Edinburgh enjoys a reputation as one of the world's best research universities. We're ranked in the top 10 universities globally for veterinary science, top 20 for anatomy and physiology, and top 30 for medicine (QS Rankings 2025). View more rankings.Global network: Join a community of like-minded professionals from around the world.Innovative learning: Engage with cutting-edge technology and pedagogical approaches that make learning interactive and impactful. With our online learning programmes, you can experience an extraordinary Edinburgh education wherever you are in the world. University rankings The University of Edinburgh enjoys a global reputation as one of the world's best research universities and is consistently ranked in the top 50 higher education institutions worldwide. We’re ranked 19th in the world for the overall subject area of life sciences and medicine, and 5th in the world for veterinary science.College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine rankings and key facts Student blogs Five good reasons to take an online PG degree – KirstenMore than a vocation: How MFM reshaped my journey – IanReturning to university at 47 to do an online masters – YvonneFor more from our students, visit our blog: Chat to current students You can chat to some of our current online students using the Unibuddy app below.Feel free to ask them questions about the programme and find out if an online degree is the right thing for you. What our graduates sayHow can studying for a masters degree online help your career? Hear from our graduates how studying online has helped them develop professionally and personally. ‘Knowledge, skills and confidence’ “The MSc has provided me with the knowledge, skills and confidence to pursue further research opportunities. It also resulted in two publications in a high impact journal and the offer of a position in a major research project.”Lyndsay, MSc Primary Care Ophthalmology This article was published on 2025-10-24
