University of Bristol

Distance learning for research programmes

Distance Learning is a mode of attendance, which means you do not need to regularly come to the University. This is suitable for self-motivated students with experience of working independently. If ...
Times Higher Education

Can transferable skills be taught in distance learning?

Online learning in undergraduate and postgraduate education is ubiquitous the world over, but questions remain about whether it can effectively teach the transferable skills that are so important in a ...
Times Higher Education

Don’t keep your distance learners at a distance

Tailored communication, supervision and technology can give distance-learning postgraduate researchers the same sense of belonging as their on-campus counterparts. Here, Richard Thomas offers ways to ...
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Distance learning on the rise in the private sector, representing the majority in teaching degrees

Brazil’s Ministry of Education (MEC) is expected to announce new rules this month governing higher education courses offered via distance learning (DL), taught predominantly in a virtual environment.
The Conversation

Distance learning changes lives, but comes with its own challenges

Ashley Gunter receives funding from, The Arts and Humanities Research Council UK, British Academy UK, National Research Foundation, Newton Fund UK. Across Africa, distance education has become one of ...
University of Sheffield

Distance learning courses in statistics

The University's MSc courses in statistics can be done via distance learning, allowing students to fit studying in around their work and from anywhere in the world. In an era that is more data driven ...
University of Bristol

Policy for research degrees by distance learning

This policy defines the requirements for research degrees that are conducted through distance learning. The additional considerations for distance learning are presented in this policy. This policy ...