Become an engineer with an online engineering degree

Do you have a passion for building, testing, and designing? Are you maths whizz looking for a creative career?

Enrol in one of our online degrees to invest in your future, build skills for your career, and join an international network of budding engineers.

Discover a more flexible route into engineering

Learning shouldn't come at the expense of your personal or professional life.

By enrolling in one of our 100% online engineering degrees, you’ll give yourself the freedom to pursue work and education at the same time.

Whether you're new to higher education or a professional seeking a career change, our online degrees offer a more convenient route to gaining the skills and expertise you need for the engineering profession.

Discover cutting-edge research and kickstart your career

Our online degrees are taught by world-renowned experts and industry leaders based at prestigious institutions around the world.

They also cover the very latest developments in engineering research and practice: from AI and robotics to energy systems transformation.

With the cutting-edge skills and knowledge you gain over your degree, you’ll be equipped to take on the future of the engineering profession.

FAQs

Engineering degrees involve science, some maths, and knowledge of the material and physical needs of human societies to create and build machinery and structures. Within the broad scope of engineering subjects are overarching disciplines such as mechanics, electronics, civil engineering and computers.Find out more in our engineering degree guide article.
The duration of our online engineering degrees varies based on your chosen programme and your preferred pace of study.

Opt for a two-year part-time approach to balance your studies with other commitments, or fast-track your training with a full-time one-year degree programme. We offer a wide range of flexible options to fit your schedule.
We understand that cost is an important factor when choosing a degree programme. Our pricing structure reflects the affordability of online learning compared to traditional degrees.

Each engineering degree programme has its own pricing, so click on your chosen programme or contact our team for a detailed cost breakdown.

Enrol today and start your journey to becoming an engineer.
Engineering is a profession with huge breadth and depth but you can divide it into six main fields:
  • Electrical engineering
  • Chemical engineering
  • Civil engineering
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Computer engineering
  • Industrial engineering
Find out more in our types of engineering degrees article.

Universities offering degrees with FutureLearn

These leading universities are currently offering online degree courses on FutureLearn:

academyEX LogoArden logoBrunel University London logoCoventry University logoDeakin University
ducere logoLogoThe Open UniversityUniversity of GlasgowLogo