Studying and study materials
Q: How does distance learning work? A: Distance learning is off campus, flexible learning that allows you to study a UK university accredited programme at home or work when it’s convenient for you. You are provided with professionally developed study materials. The study materials have been developed to provide sequential learning with continual access to self-assessment and task based progress measurement. You will be allocated a tutor for academic support who you can contact as often as you like by email and telephone. You will also have access to a student support co-ordinator who will be there for administrative advice to make your learning experience successful and enjoyable.
For most of our programmes you will also have access to RDI’s virtual learning environment, ilearn. You will be able to access course information, tasks/activities, engage in discussions with tutors and fellow students, access the online library and download past papers and assignments.
Q: Are the study materials text-based or online?
A: Study materials are text-based or online or a mixture of both, depending on which programme you choose. You will receive everything you require to successfully complete your programme.
Q: Do I need a computer?
A: We recommend you have access to a computer with access to the internet and email as a minimum for all of our programmes. For some programmes there are specific software requirements. Please contact
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FREEphone 0800 COURSES / 0800 268 7737 for further information.
Q: Will there be any classroom lectures or workshops? Will I be able to meet my tutor face- to-face?
A: There are no compulsory lectures or workshops, unless specifically stated. The programmes are designed to be 100% distance learning. Each programme is fully supported by an academic tutor and student support co-ordinator. You are able to contact our staff whenever you need to, via email or telephone.
Q: Is the use of ilearn mandatory? A: ilearn is mandatory for students studying the online programmes. However, for other programmes the Virtual Campus is there to enhance students’ learning
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and does not replace the normal comprehensive paper based study materials.
Q: How long does it take?
A: It depends on the programme but most programmes have a minimum and maximum study period. Generally you will spend as much or as little time as you would if you were taking the programme by formal part-time study but this is, of course, very flexible.
Q: I work full-time and have a family, how will I find the time?
A: Flexibility is key. All of our programmes allow you to work full-time as you can fit your studies around your job and personal commitments. Our programmes require from as little as 7 hours per week study time.
Your student support coordinator is always on hand should you need any help with handing in assignments, logging into ilearn or deferring your studies. In most cases, you can take up to five years or more to complete your programme, although many complete within one or two years.
Q: Can I study anywhere in the world? on
A: Yes. Programmes are flexible with study materials that allow you to study completely independently. You will log in to the virtual learning environment and interact with your tutors and peers as part of your studies. The only compulsory campus attendance is normally for examination purposes, which can be arranged locally if you are overseas.
Q: Is the certificate the same as that which campus students receive?
A: Yes. The final certificate that you receive will be awarded directly from the university, and will be exactly the same as if you had studied on campus.
Q: How many hours per week should I devote?
A: We recommend between 8 and 15 hours per week, depending on the programme. Flexible learning is about good time planning and building momentum. It is also about self-motivation. Regular study is more effective than heavy but intermittent periods of study. Always plan to spend as much time on the programme as you would by part-time formal study.
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