The University of Edinburgh is seeking to expand access to postgraduate and continuing professional development programs through online distance learning. Several programs are already up and running or in development, covering topics like anaesthesia, forensic medicine, and global health. Partnerships with other universities and organizations help enhance the distance learning programs. Issues under consideration include how to best resource the programs, drive student recruitment, determine appropriate class sizes, and adapt university governance and support services to enable innovation in online program development and delivery.

1. e-distance learning forum 17.10.2007 Update on online distance learning at the University of Edinburgh Jake Broadhurst e-Learning Business Development Manager College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine Postgraduate Directorate