Short courses for professional development
Online and in-person courses for professionals
Short courses and workshops
Our extensive range of continuing professional development short courses and workshops are designed with academic experts from across the University and beyond, allowing professional learners from across the globe the opportunity to benefit from Oxford University's excellence in research and teaching.
Develop or gain new skills in subjects including business and management, technology, medicine, natural sciences and cultural heritage.
Upcoming courses
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
Discover how AI is transforming finance. This course is for finance professionals, decision-makers and anyone new to AI in financial services. Learn prompt engineering, explore real-world use cases and understand ethical and legal frameworks.
- Mon 20 Apr 2026 – 30 Apr 2026
- 4 meetings
- 19.00 - 20.30 (UK time)
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
The Oxford Pre-sessional Course is an intensive programme for international students who need to prepare for a Master's degree taught in English..
- Mon 20 Apr 2026 – 19 Jun 2026
Short intensive • Professional development
This ten-week online course will survey the range of techniques and methodologies used to determine the nature and composition of nanoparticles, thin films and nanostructures. It includes a hands-on visit to Begbroke Science Park over two days.
- Mon 27 Apr 2026 – 05 Jul 2026
Short intensive • Professional development
An introduction to the basic concepts and skills for evidence-based health care.
- Mon 27 Apr 2026 – 01 May 2026
Short intensive • Professional development
Plan, execute and interpret the statistical analysis of clinical trials.
- Mon 27 Apr 2026 – 01 May 2026
Short intensive • Professional development
The importance of translational science for global health goals
- Mon 27 Apr 2026 – 01 May 2026
Business and management skills
Expert-led, flexible CPD courses designed for professionals, managers, and entrepreneurs. We deliver cutting-edge insights in leadership, strategy, and more—helping you stay ahead in an evolving business landscape.Cultural heritage training
Expert CPD tuition for those with a keen interest, professional or personal, in archaeology, historic buildings and cultural heritage.Data science, computing and maths
Qualifications, short courses, part-time study and online courses in data science, computing and mathematics at Oxford University.Diplomatic studies
Courses for mid career diplomats, as well as those who are new to the field of diplomacy and international relations.Education and study skills
Short, part-time and online courses in education and study skills at the University of OxfordEnvironment and sustainability
Courses in the environment, sustainability, urbanism, wildlife conservation and ecology - whether your interest is professional or personal.Medical and health sciences
Postgraduate qualifications, short courses, part-time study and online courses in medical and health sciences at Oxford University.Philosophy
Short courses, summer schools and postgraduate courses in philosophy and ethics at the University of Oxford.Psychology, counselling and psychotherapy
Short, part-time and online courses in psychology, counselling and psychotherapy at the University of Oxford.