DISTANCE LEARNING 

Distance learning  (including traditional correspondence courses) usually means learning at home or work, with no need to visit the learning centre, although the Open University has regional centres and encourages students to attend tutorials and residential courses. There is online support for many courses through chat, advice and email discussion groups with staff and other students. Where students are unable to attend tutorials, the Open University and some other providers offer telephone tutorials or visits to a student's home.

Some Distance Learning courses are also designed to be studied by friends and community groups working together. Students receive materials and equipment, where appropriate, and are allocated tutors for specific and general support.

support4learning

General advice about distance learning courses, who the main providers are and what courses are available. Choose open, flexible & distance learning courses

British Association for Online Learning

Online directory allowing you to search for open, flexible and distance learning courses by subject and level of study.