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Business, Management, Governance
Data & Computing Science
- Data Mining and Machine Learning I - Supervised and Unsupervised Learning
- Data Mining and Machine Learning II - Big Data and Unstructured Data
- Advanced Predictive Models
- Large-Scale Computing for Data Analytics
Courses anticipated in 2026-27
Medicine, Health & Social Care
- Advanced Facial Anatomy
- Understanding Infant Mental Health & Development
- Impact of Trauma on Mental Health
- Intro to Management & Leadership in Healthcare Services
Business & Management
- Project Management
- Business Financial Management
- AI & RegTech in Financial Compliance
- Change Managagement
- Operations Management
- Leading Successful Teams
Critical Studies
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Microcredentials at Glasgow
Microcredentials are flexible online courses that help you build new skills and boost your career.
Designed to support upskilling and reskilling across the UK, these industry‑led CPD courses offer:
- Typically 10 academic credits over 10–12 weeks (some courses offer 20 credits or run for 6–17 weeks)
- Fully online, flexible study to fit around work and life
- Curricula shaped by job‑market research
- Access to University services, including online library resources
Ideal for professionals, freelancers, jobseekers, reskillers, and recent graduates, our Microcredentials provide practical, in‑demand skills for any career stage.
Ready to develop your skills and move forward?
Upcoming course start in April 2026—see individual course pages for details and booking links.
Entry requirements: Please note, each individual course description will list any prerequisite knowledge which you need to have in order to benefit from the course. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have this knowledge and admission to a course does not imply that we deem your prior knowledge to be sufficient to benefit from the course.
Who are these courses for?
You: A self-directed lifelong learner, committed to augmenting the knowledge, skills, and competencies that will help you advance your career.
Your Class: Learners of all ages, genders, and employment statuses, including working professionals, freelancers, reskillers, jobseekers, and graduates from a variety of industries and professional backgrounds.
Your Teachers: Distinguished educators, academics, and industry leaders from the University of Glasgow.
What our learners say
Through our courses, our learners have gained valuable skills, knowledge, and academic credits that have paved the way for exciting career advancements and further academic pursuits.
But don't just take our word for it – hear from our learners themselves about the impact that our courses have had on their lives.
Why upskill through microcredentials?
- Maximise your employability
- Boost your earning potential
- Become more effective in current and future roles
- Network with a group of likeminded professionals and world-class academics
- Prove CPD
- Enhance your CV with academic credentials
- Move onto further study or employment
Each Microcredential offered at the University of Glasgow is assessed through a range of innovative, industry-relevant activities and meets the quality standards set by the Common Microcredential Framework (CMF).
Get a taste of UofG
As an Microcredentials Learner, you will join the University as a fully registered student and gain access to:
Employers: Partner With UofG
Welcome, managers, team leaders, department heads, and employers.
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, investing in your employees' skills development is vital for staying ahead of the curve. Our industry-led UofG Online Microcredential courses offer tailored solutions to meet your organisation's evolving needs.
UofG Online Microcredentials offer three annual intakes for our skills-focussed, demand-led CPD courses, supporting employers and employees to upskill and reskill in response to current and emerging socioeconomic challenges.
Here's why partnering with us can benefit your team and company:
Flexible Learning Options: Online courses allow your employees to learn at their own pace, balancing work and personal commitments
Industry-Relevant Curriculum: Stay ahead with a course curriculum informed by market trends
Increased Employee Engagement and Retention: Demonstrate your commitment to employee growth, leading to higher engagement and retention rates
Cost-Effective Solutions: Maximise your training budget value with discounts for group bookings
Enhanced Performance: Improve competitiveness and adaptability with a skilled workforce
Support for Organisational Development: Support your organisation’s growth and resilience by addressing skills gaps and empowering your employees with new skills and academic credits.
In recognition of the importance of addressing skills gaps and keeping career development accessible to all, we offer a variety of individual and group discounts on select Microcredential courses. For enquiries and further information, please contact: