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Search for short courses or certificates of higher education (modular enrolment) here. Or visit our course page to search for undergraduate, postgraduate and MPhil/PhD courses and certificates of higher education (programme enrolment).

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We offer a wide range of short courses and executive education programmes across a variety of subjects. These courses are great for those wishing to contribute to their professional development journey, gain knowledge on subjects of personal interest or to experience a taster of higher education. You can also build certain courses up to gain a Certificate of Higher Education (modular enrolment).

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A-Z of short courses at Birkbeck

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A-Z of Certificates of Higher Education (modular enrolment) at Birkbeck

See a full list of Certificates of Higher Education (modular enrolment) that Birkbeck has available.

Birkbeck short courses and Certificates of Higher Education explained

Learn more about our short courses and the different types of Certificate of Higher Education we offer.

Financial information for short courses and certificates of higher education

Find out what financial information is available for students interested in short courses and Certificates of Higher Education.

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Birkbeck expands short course portfolio for 2026-27

Following the successful launch of a new range of short courses in 2025, Birkbeck is expanding its offer for 2026-27, introducing new opportunities for learners to develop professional skills, advance their careers and explore areas of personal interest.
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Dirty money and the abuse of privilege

Professor Adam Geary from the School of Law discusses the idea that the offshore industry has been used to conceal large amounts of money from governments.