Online short courses to upskill for your future

Study short courses that run anywhere from two hours to six months.

Find even more satisfaction in your career by enrolling in an online short course. Learn quickly under the guidance of industry experts, and gain in-demand new skills.

Open Universities Australia's comprehensive range of online short courses includes undergraduate and postgraduate single subjects, microcredentials, and continued professional development (CPD) courses.

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Choose your timeframe

You have the flexibility to pick courses that run for a few hours, or up to six months.

Study with leading universities

There's an array of online courses out there, but when you enrol through us, you'll study with recognised Australian universities.

Expand your career options

Use short courses to hone your skills, boost your confidence and bolster your resume.

Why study an online short course?

We’ve teamed up with leading Australian universities to give you access to a large selection of online short courses.

Commit to what you can, with courses running from two hours to six months

Learn with live sessions and self-paced options

Earn credit towards a higher qualification with a single subject

Access HELP funding on a number of single subjects when you enrol through us

Gain insights from industry professionals and expert trainers

Explore hundreds of options from leading universities

Short course insights and study advice

Upskill your startup with a small business course

Starting your own business? Check out these online short courses, which are designed to help you manage, promote and grow a small business from the ground up.

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A short course can be a great way to upskill and become more competitive for a position as a counsellor. Learn more about what courses can help get you job-ready.

Short online courses that can help your resume stand out

You don’t always need to earn a qualification to become more employable. Upskill online through one of these short-term courses, and learn in-demand new skills within weeks.

3 reasons to study 3-month short courses

If you can't commit to a long-term course, why not consider something shorter instead? Here are just a few of the ways online short courses can boost your career quickly.

Our friendly student advisors are here to help

We're here to guide you every step of the way with expert advice on:

Choosing a course that suits you best
Enrolling, and planning your studies
Understanding your funding options

Call, message, or chat with an advisor today.

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