
How You'll Study
Why study online with us?




Courses built for you
You’re passionate about furthering your education, and we want to make that as simple as possible. That’s why our courses are part-time and online – to give you the flexibility to schedule your studies around the rest of your commitments.
Access your modules, assignments, and webinars at any time thanks to Canvas, our intuitive online learning platform. All you need is a computer or tablet, along with a reliable internet connection.
Plus, to give you more control over your time, all modules are designed to be studied in weekly portions, with the option to attend live webinars or watch them back later. With this approach, you can plan out each week and develop a study style that works best for you.
Your own virtual classroom
Think of Canvas as your hub for everything related to your degree. In addition to holding all your course material in one place, it also connects you to a range of different services, including:
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Feedback from your tutors on assignments
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Our Student Adviser and IT Teams
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The University Library
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Online forums to join group discussions with your peers
Canvas overview
Watch our short video to learn more about your virtual classroom:
Want to see more? Click here to book a personalised tour of Canvas with one of our course advisers, at a time that suits you.
Support all the way through
In addition to our tutor-led courses, we’re dedicated to giving you a well-rounded student experience.
You’ll have members of the University available to guide you with everything from submitting your application to preparing for your next job interview.
Plus, with the ability to take advantage of our optional events and numerous student services, your time on the course will help nurture your growth as both a person and a professional.
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