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Designing Effective Online Education
Learn the practical skills to design, develop, deliver and evaluate an engaging and accessible online course.
Online (Self-paced with tutor interaction)

Developing Artists' Books
A hands-on exploration of the creative potential of artists’ books through printmaking, mixed media, and contemporary practice.
In person (On Campus)

Developing the Writer’s Toolkit: Step 1
Sharpen your fiction writing skills by creating vivid characters and strong plots whilst learning how to present your work professionally.
In person (On Campus)

Developing the Writer’s Toolkit: Step 2
Elevate your fiction! For writers with some experience, this course focuses on revision, character development and accessing peer and teacher...
In person (On Campus)

Digital Footprint
Explore and reflect on your own online tracks and traces, to understand why your digital footprint is important.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)
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Digital Marketing Fundamentals
Acquire new digital marketing skills and gain confidence that you can apply them in any business setting.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Digital Marketing Strategy
Learn how to create a digital marketing strategy for implementation in your business.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Digital Photography Project
Develop your digital photography skills, expand your photographic aspirations and create a powerful, personal portfolio.
In person (On Campus)

Discovering the National Collections: Jewellery from Antiquity to Present Day
Discover the extraordinarily diverse world of jewellery through the collections at the National Museum of Scotland.
In person (Off Campus)
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Doing Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) with Under-served Groups
This half-day course will help identify barriers and enablers to effective PPI with under-served communities. Funding...
Online (Fixed Schedule)

Earth History: Reading the Rocks
Learn how sedimentary rocks and fossils record evidence of the Earth’s geological past that builds up a picture of lost worlds and great...
In person (On Campus)

Edinburgh Clinical Trial Management Course (ECTMC) 2026
This two-day course aims to develop your knowledge and skills in clinical trial management.
In person (On Campus)

EDIVET: Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Veterinarian?
Gain a taster of the subjects included in the first year of a veterinary degree to help you make the right choice for your career.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Empires: An Introduction to Global History
Explore global history through the most influential empires, from ancient times to the British Empire in the 20th century.
In person (On Campus)

Ethics in Society
Dive into crucial ethical debates and tackle society’s biggest questions head-on. Explore moral topics, legal rules, and governmental actions.
In person (On Campus)

Experimental Writing
Explore bold, experimental fiction beyond realism. (Re)discover innovative writers and try your hand at inventive storytelling.
In person (On Campus)

Exploring Edinburgh's Landscape
Explore the varied landscape of Edinburgh, considering the processes that created the bedrock of the city, how this has been shaped over time,...
In person (On Campus)

Exploring Scotland’s Graffiti: From Street Art to Rock Art
Graffiti is thousands of years old and as new as the latest tag on a wall. Join us to explore these marks, messages and meanings.
In person (On Campus)

Film Directors in Focus: Women Directors and their Influence on the Industry
Delve into the careers and styles of acclaimed women directors and explore their ongoing influence on the film industry.
In person (On Campus)

Film Theory and Criticism
Discover how film tells a story and why it matters, exploring key theory concepts through iconic moments in cinema history.
In person (On Campus)

Football: More than a Game
Explore the role of football in the world today - including finances, clubs, nations and rivalries - with this free online course.
Online (Self-paced independent learning)

Forensic Science and Pathology in Scottish Literature and Film
Explore how writers and filmmakers turn forensic facts into gripping crime fiction and media with this Edinburgh focused course.
In person (On Campus)

Foundation Painting
Build a solid foundation in painting. Master essential techniques, explore your creative voice and produce expressive artworks with confidence.
In person (On Campus)

French Advanced Conversation (C1+)
Keep your French alive and up to date with this conversation course for proficient speakers.
In person (On Campus)
