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Thinking about a different approach to getting your degree?

Higher education courses can be studied in flexible ways. There are different study types, work combinations, and part-time options.

Find out how to fund your studies for distance learning undergraduate degrees in the UK, and ways you can fund this. Plus, we detail other costs you need to cover.

Heidi Fraser-Krauss, Chief Executive Officer, Jisc

Is a distance learning degree viewed the same way as a degree studied on campus? Do employers recognise them? Find the answers to these common questions and learn about the different skills you can get from distance learning.

Discover how distance learning works if you’re studying a degree remotely, from applying to teaching and exams. Plus, see what support is available from tutors and other students.

If you have dependent children, you can apply for extra help with course-related costs. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Nichola Hay MBE, Chair of the Board, Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP)

Distance learning allows you to pursue a degree, by studying in your own time, rather than on campus. Learn more about this alternative, including who offers it, and whether employers recognise it.

Discover whether distance learning is the right path for you, plus who offers distance learning degrees in the UK, and what subjects you can study.

If you’re a disabled student or have different learning needs, and are thinking about your university accommodation options, there are a few things you’ll want to consider.

Handy lesson starters which introduce Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 students to learning more about apprenticeships.

Every year, over 100,000 disabled students (also known as students with special educational needs and disabilities, or SEND for short) apply through UCAS to study at a university or college in the UK – including mental health conditions, learning differences, and long-term health conditions. Students can access a range of support to help them succeed with their studies, day-to-day activities, travel, and lifestyle.

Go beyond teaching in your education personal statement, to really explain your passion and interest in how we learn, the role of education today, and how we can shape learning environments.

Advising Year 9s on GCSE options? Use our advice to make sure their choices are suited to their learning style and ability, and fit in with their future aspirations.

Find career information and guidance, and where to go for financial help, especially for students with learning difficulties, disabilities or SEND.

There are many ways you can study, with different work combinations and locations, including distance or work-based learning, and more.

Dr Anthony Manning, Director and Dean of Global Lifelong Learning, University of Kent.

Social workers offer support to those most in need, whether it’s a family under pressure or a person with a physical or learning disability trying to live independently.

Intermediate apprenticeships are available in England, and are equivalent to GCSE standard, although an apprenticeship is a different type of learning.