Short courses

Over 200 short courses

For students who simply refuse to stop learning

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We offer a wide range of short courses in a variety of subjects, from one-day courses, to Certificates of Higher Education, to advanced courses at postgraduate level. You may study our short courses for a range of reasons, including for professional development, personal interest or as a taster or stepping stone into higher education.

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A-Z of short courses at Birkbeck

See a full list of short courses that Birkbeck has available.

A-Z of Certificates of Higher Education at Birkbeck

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Events at Birkbeck

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Student life

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Financial information for short courses and certificates of higher education

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Short-term study visa

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Why study a short course at Birkbeck?

Birkbeck, part of the prestigious University of London, provides a huge range of short courses taught by expert tutors at our central London campus.

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Study a short course at Birkbeck

We provide a wide range of short courses in a variety of subjects. In addition to one-day courses, we offer Certificates of Higher Education and advanced courses at postgraduate level.

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