Mind, health and human behaviour

Short Online Courses in Mind, Health, and Human Behaviour at Oxford University

Explore psychology, counselling, health sciences, and wellbeing to understand how people think, feel, and live, through our short online courses.

Choose your pace and learning style

► Whether you prefer live weekly sessions with real-time discussions or a more flexible, self-paced format, there’s a course to suit your schedule. All courses are structured weekly to help keep learners motivated and on track.

Expert-led, designed learning

► Every course is crafted by experienced Oxford academics to provide a rich, research-informed learning experience. You’ll join a small cohort and benefit from close guidance, personalised feedback, and detailed comments on written work to deepen your understanding.  

Join a global learning community

► Connect with a vibrant network of learners and tutors from around the world. Many students develop lasting connections, benefiting from social and professional networking opportunities during and after the course. 


Upcoming courses

Online - live • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 13 Oct 2025 – 30 Nov 2025
  • 7 meetings
Online - live • Short courses
  • Thu 16 Oct 2025 – 17 Oct 2025
  • 10:00am – 1:00pm
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development • Hybrid - in person or online
  • Mon 03 Nov 2025 – 07 Nov 2025
  • See programme details
In-person weekly • Short courses
  • Fri 07 Nov 2025 – Fri 05 Dec 2025
  • 5 meetings
  • 2:00 – 4:00pm
Short intensive • Short courses • Professional development
  • Mon 10 Nov 2025 – 14 Nov 2025
Online - live • Short courses
  • Thu 13 Nov 2025
  • 10:00am – 5:00pm