Our Distance Learning Courses
At Northumbria University we offer distance learning courses in a wide range of disciplines and qualification levels. All our online programmes are designed to be taught and assessed entirely via our virtual learning platform, Blackboard Ultra, where you’ll access all readings, learning resources, assessments, webinars, and group sessions.
Course tutors across faculties are trained in delivering the highest quality online teaching. And regardless of your discipline, you’ll have a dedicated Student Success Advisor to help you navigate the distance learning platform, as well as any other issues you may have as an online student.
Our course offerings are expanding all the time, so check back here to see what distance learning programmes we’re currently offering. Click below to see the full details of each course.
Surveying MSc
Build your future. Choose from three specialist pathways (Quantity, Building and Real Estate) to begin your path towards a becoming a RICS accredited Chartered Surveyor.
Psychology MSc
Broaden your mind. Designed as a conversion course, our distance learning BPS-accredited Psychology MSc allows students to start their journey towards becoming a psychologist, or to just explore human behaviour more closely.
Occupational & Organisational Psychology MSc
Accredited by the BPS, this course can lead to you a fulfilling career analysing and advising on human behaviour in the workplace.
Business and Management BA
Our Business and Management BA course is led by Newcastle Business School to inspire the next generation of responsible business leaders.
Business and Management BA Top Up
If you have a foundation in business you can complete your studies to achieve a full BA degree in as little as 18 months.
Business and Management MSc
Our postgraduate offering aims to train the next generation of responsible business leaders looking to switch careers or take on greater entrepreneurial challenges.
Digital Marketing MSc
Make an impact with our CIM and DMA dual accredited online course and develop the digital skills needed to stand out to employers.
Computer Science MSc
Master your knowledge of web programming languages and data analysis on one of our two computer science pathways. Help fill the digital skills gap with a focus on either Artificial Intelligence or Data Analytics.
Education – Leadership & Learning MA
A course for teachers and educators outside the classroom alike. Expand your knowledge of the latest theories, practice and specialisms – including inclusivity and diversity – in education. Register your interest for this course