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The University of Glasgow serves a diverse and global community of knowledge seekers who value higher learning and want a quality education. Below, you will find resources for finding out more about our renowned online programmes and commitment to impactful learning for all students.

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graduates throwing their scrolls in the air

University of the year: proud to be world-changing

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:49:00 BST

Our Team UofG community was awarded this prestigious title for a reason that we are particularly proud of; our programme of reparative justice to help atone for our historic links to the transatlantic slave trade.

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Tile-Language08

Going digital: what is it like to study in the Virtual Learning Environment?

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:28:00 BST

Today’s distance learning programmes take place in sophisticated virtual learning environments delivering courses that have been specially designed for an online audience.

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Students on campus

Top tips for writing your personal statement

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:34:00 BST

Your personal statement is your first impression to your prospective university. Discover some tips to writing an impactful personal statement.

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SECC & The Hydro with reflections

Behind the ban: how Glasgow’s research helped promote smoke-free policy

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:32:00 BST

Leading the rest of the UK by over a year, on 26 March 2006, Scotland prohibited smoking in all enclosed public places.

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Students sitting outside the Fraser Building

The international classroom: how online learning helps you gain a global perspective

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:35:00 BST

In our ever-more connected world, we need to be able to see things from other peoples’ point of view in order to be able to successfully work together towards a common goal.

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3 students sitting down and viewing a laptop computer

Finding the balance: five tips for combining work and study

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:02:00 BST

In this article, we explore five practical steps you can take to successfully balance your work and study commitments.

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Students at work in a lab

Why study the Online MSc Health Technology Assessment?

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:20:00 BST

Discover how Online MSc Health Technology Assessment could help you achieve your aims and develop new skills in this exciting field.

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Tile-Staff06-GerardCarruthers

What are some of the current challenges in global mental health?

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 16:33:00 BST

Discover some of the biggest challenges facing the mental health sector today, and why developing an understanding of mental health in various global contexts is integral to addressing them.

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Students sitting on grass

Where can an Online MSc Global Mental Health take you?

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 16:52:00 BST

If you are passionate about making a difference within mental health care and improving access to mental health services, an Online MSc Global Mental Health can help you to take charge of mental health provision around the world.

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student on campus

Where can an Online MSc Education take you?

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:22:00 BST

With education playing such an important role within our lives and communities, quality educators and curriculum leaders are always in high demand. Discover more about how the University of Glasgow’s Online MSc Education prepares you with the skills to tackle current challenges in education.

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The University from Cathkin Braes

How has COVID impacted education?

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:43:00 BST

The growth of online learning presents an excellent opportunity for educational research and development. Discover more about the impact of COVID-19 and how it is shaping the future of education globally.

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studying on campus

Where can an Online MSc One Health take you?

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:53:00 BST

The One Health initiative is a global strategy, which emphasises the need for an integrative approach to health. Find out more about why you might benefit from studying our Online MSc in One Health.

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student service desk

Where can an Online MSc Health Professions Education take you?

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 07:27:19 BST

As healthcare best practice continues to evolve, incorporating new technologies and care practices and the ability to stay current are key considerations within the sector. It is also critical that we apply best practice in educating our health professions workforce.

How does Health Technology Assessment inform decision making?

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 16:09:34 BST

Not only is HTA playing an active role in the COVID-19 response, the pandemic has also provided an opportunity to further inform the role of HTA in the development of diagnostic technologies in the future.

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The university of Glasgow main building

What are the latest challenges in healthcare?

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 16:19:00 BST

In the same way that private industry is using the crisis to reimagine opportunities for the future, the pandemic recovery also provides an opportunity for positive change within public health.

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Why study the Online Masters of Public Health?

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:54:35 BST

Discover how Online Masters of Public Health could help you achieve your aims and develop instrumental skills in this field.

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Students in the Fraser Building

How does Health Technology Assessment inform decision making?

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 16:57:00 BST

When the pandemic struck, healthcare systems world-wide turned their attention to fighting the virus, minimising its spread and developing a vaccine. The pandemic increased the pressure placed on HTA bodies, who needed to rapidly evaluate and approve interventions.