Microcredentials and programs

Microcredentials and programs allow you to pursue further study in a specialised field. Microcredentials are accredited qualifications created by leading universities for you to build professional skills relevant to your career. Programs allow you to deepen your understanding of a subject, with the opportunity to earn a professional or academic credential.

Microcredentials 3 Microcredentials

Our online microcredentials are designed to upskill you for work in rapidly-growing industries, without the time and cost commitment of a full degree. You can earn academic credit to use towards a degree or they can be used as an independent certification. Each microcredential includes a formal online assessment and meets the standards set by the Common Microcredential Framework (CMF).

The Open University endorsed by Cisco Networking Academy

Cyber Security Operations (Cisco)

Upskill in cyber security operations and enhance your working knowledge of cyber security with Cisco and The Open University.

The Open University

Global Development in Practice: Designing an Intervention

Use development management tools and frameworks to plan, implement and evaluate development interventions in practice.

The Open University

Teacher Training: Embedding Mental Health in the Curriculum

Develop skills to design inclusive teaching, learning and assessment activities that enhance student mental health and wellbeing.

Programs with academic accreditation 12 Programs

These online programs are designed for you to deepen your understanding of a specialist subject and pursue further academic study, with the opportunity to earn an academic credential from a top international university.

The Open University

Business and Finance Fundamentals

Develop your fundamental business and finance skills, with the prospect of earning level 1 credit towards a Business Management BA

8 courses + 1 assessment

RMIT University

Business Futures

Develop your knowledge of critical and emerging business trends, and earn 12 credit points at RMIT University

3 courses + 1 assessment

University of Leeds

Causes of Human Disease

Explore what causes human disease, through this flexible program of online courses. Earn 10 credits from the University of Leeds.

5 courses + 1 assessment

Purdue University

Digital Media Analytics

Explore different aspects of digital and social media analytics with this program designed for business professionals.

6 courses + 1 assessment

University of Leeds

Discovering Science

Explore the fascinating world of everyday chemistry and earn 10 academic credits from the University of Leeds.

5 courses + 1 assessment

University of Leeds

Environmental Challenges

Change how you think about the environment, by exploring how human society interacts with the natural world, through this flexible program of online courses. Earn 10 credits from the University of Leeds.

5 courses + 1 assessment

St George's, University of London

Genomics in Healthcare

Gain insight into the role of genomic technologies across the breadth of medicine, with this flexible program of online courses from St George’s, University of London.

Grenoble Ecole de Management

Global Studies: International Relations and World Politics

Discover the threats our world faces, and understand how cultures and organisations can work together to overcome them.

3 courses + 1 assessment

Monash University

Introduction to Psychology

Discover the fascinating field of psychology from past to present, exploring the human mind and how it affects our behaviour.

6 courses + 1 assessment

The Open University

The Digital Economy

Develop the business, management and marketing skills to thrive in the digital economy and take your first steps towards an MBA, with this flexible program of online courses from The Open University Business School.

4 courses + 1 assessment

University of Aberdeen

Understanding the Body

Explore the human body with this flexible program of online courses. Earn 10 credits from the University of Aberdeen.

3 courses + 1 assessment

Deakin University & Griffith University

Why Research Matters: Evidence at Work

Explore research methods and techniques to help develop your own research project.

5 courses + 1 assessment

Programs with professional accreditation 5 Programs

These online programs are designed to help you develop professionally and progress in your career, with the opportunity to earn a professional credential from some of the world’s leading institutions.

NHS Leadership Academy & Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons

Edward Jenner Leadership for Veterinary Professionals

Build strong leadership skills with this program of courses for veterinary professionals, created with the RCVS.

2 courses + 1 assessment

The Open University

Management and Leadership, Essentials

Take your first step to becoming a Chartered Manager with this flexible program of online courses from The Open University Business School and CMI.

2 courses + 1 assessment

The Open University

Management and Leadership, Personal Development

Take your next step to becoming a Chartered Manager with this program of online courses from The Open University Business School

2 courses + 1 assessment

University of Reading & Henley Business School

Managing People

Explore different aspects of managing people, and improve your management skills with this program of online management courses.

4 courses + 1 assessment

New York Institute of Finance

Mergers and Acquisitions

Explore the world of mergers and acquisitions, from theory to structuring deals to accounting, with this flexible program.

5 courses + 1 assessment

Programs 15 Programs

These online programs are designed for you to explore subjects you’re passionate about, with the opportunity to earn a FutureLearn Award to demonstrate your learning.

Queensland University of Technology

Big Data Analytics

Get a practical insight into big data - and popular tools for collecting, analysing and visualising it - with this flexible program of online courses from Queensland University of Technology.

University of Leeds & UCL Institute of Education

Blended Learning Essentials

Essentials for teachers, trainers & managers developing blended learning and prepare learners to succeed in the workplace.

The Open University

Business Fundamentals

Develop your communication, networking, relationship building and project management skills with this flexible program of online courses from The Open University Business School.

European University Institute (EUI)

Exploring Culture and Heritage

Delve into cultural heritage and diversity and learn how they affect nations, cities and individuals with this flexible program.

The Open University

Finance Fundamentals

Develop your understanding of financial planning, budgeting, borrowing and investments with this flexible program of online courses from The Open University Business School.

Foundations of University Learning and Teaching

Master the elements of teaching and learning in higher education with a flexible program of three online courses from UNSW Sydney.

3 courses + 1 assessment

University of Birmingham

Good Brain, Bad Brain

Explore the key concepts of the human brain with this flexible program of online courses from the University of Birmingham.

Queensland University of Technology

Introducing Robotics

The world needs people who understand robotics. Get started with this flexible and practical program of online courses from Queensland University of Technology.

The Open University

Italian for Beginners

This program of six free online Italian courses, created by The Open University, will help you develop your skills in Italian at a basic level, and introduce you to Italy and its language and culture.

RMIT University

Online Business Success

Gain the skills to launch, market and run your own online business with this program of online courses from successful entrepreneurs at RMIT University.

The University of Waikato

Practical Data Mining

Get a practical introduction to data mining using the popular Weka workbench.

Queensland University of Technology

Robotic Vision

Gain the skills to build a computer vision system in this practical program of online courses.

Middlesex University Business School & Jindal Centre for Social Innovation + Entrepreneurship

Social Enterprise

Understand what it takes to launch and run a sustainable social enterprise with this flexible program of online courses from Middlesex University Business School.

The Open University

Spanish for Beginners

Learn Spanish online and discover the Spanish-speaking world with six free online Spanish courses, created by The Open University.

Monash University

Using Food as Medicine in Healthcare Practice

Develop practical skills in the areas of food and nutrition with this program of courses for healthcare professionals.