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Distance Learning
Distance Learning (DL) with the University of Leicester means studying at home in your own time and at your own pace, so you can combine achieving a qualification with work or family commitments.
The University of Leicester is one of the UK's leading research and teaching universities with over 20 years' experience of offering high quality distance learning courses. Over 18,000 students have graduated from our Distance Learning programmes.
We are a major, leading provider of DL programmes, so we can combine high quality courses with a vast choice of subjects and consistent value for your money.
What are the benefits of study by Distance Learning at the University of Leicester?
Our experience
You will benefit from studying with a University that has a huge amount of experience in this kind of learning. We have more than 5,000 students studying by Distance Learning, making it part of our core educational provision. Our programmes are flexible, high quality and focussed on you and your needs.
Flexibility
The main advantage of study by Distance Learning is that you have the flexibility to study in your own time, and from home or the office, as there are no timetabled classes to attend. This means you can fit studying for a qualification around work or family commitments. Most of our DL courses have multiple start dates throughout the year. This gives you the option of choosing when to commence your studies with us. There is also the option to temporarily suspend your studies if your personal circumstances mean you need to take a break.
Supported study
Self-study is central to Distance Learning. Support however is always available from tutors at the University. When you join one of our DL programmes we will provide you with a course handbook. This will introduce you to the course team and provide you with details of their roles and expertise. It also gives all the contact information you will need including email addresses. The handbook means that if you have any difficulties or questions during your studies you know who to contact for help.
We have a long track record in delivering Distance Learning education and as a result we have developed resource centres around the world to support students. Sometimes teaching events may be organised in collaboration with local partners. The University encourages the formation of networks of students, as a valuable source of peer support.
Career changing
A qualification from the University of Leicester is career changing. It can be the springboard to promotion with your current employer, the platform from which to launch a new career or simply a way to become more effective in your current role.
Studying for a degree gives a clear signal to employers that you are committed to developing your skills and knowledge. Studying by Distance Learning has the benefit of allowing you to develop your career without having to leave employment. It also means that you can apply new knowledge and insights to your working life while you are still studying; many students choose to tackle work-related topics in their dissertations.
And of course, studying for a degree at the University of Leicester is a rewarding and enriching experience that brings about significant personal development.