Online and distance learning
About
Our Online and Distance Learning degrees bring the expertise of SOAS University of London to you, wherever you live or work.
Equal in quality to degrees taught on campus, our qualifications are recognised throughout the world for their high standards. Established over 20 years ago, we have the experience and expertise to deliver specialised programmes designed to meet your professional needs.
By signing up for online and distance learning at SOAS you will be able to:
- learn anywhere in the world
- get dedicated support from specialist tutors
- study at your own pace
Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate applicants will enrol at masters degree level and exit with your chosen award based on the number of credits successfully completed.
How to apply
Key dates
Our Online and Distance Learning programmes have different subject timetables. Please review the relevant Centre/Department of study for more information.
This table shows key dates for the Centre for Development, Environment and Policy, Centre for Development Studies, Centre for Gender Studies, Centre for Global Media and Communications, and Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy.
Key dates 2024/25
Study session | Session 1 | Session 2 |
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Application deadline | 2 Sep 2024 | 24 Feb 2025 |
Enrolment period | 26 Sep 2024 - 7 Oct 2024 | 17 Mar 2025 - 4 Apr 2025 |
Start dates | 14 Oct 2024 | 14 Apr 2025 |
Centre for Financial and Management Studies
Study session | Session 1 | Session 2 | Session 3 | Session 4 |
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Application deadline | 2 Sep 2024 | 18 Nov 2024 | 24 Feb 2025 | 12 May 2025 |
Enrolment period | 26 Sep 2024 - 7 Oct 2024 | 12 Dec 2024 - 20 Dec 2024 | 17 Mar 2025 - 4 Apr 2025 | 2 Jun 2025 - 16 Jun 2025 |
Start dates | 14 Oct 2024 | 6 Jan 2025 | 14 Apr 2025 | 23 Jun 2025 |