Flexible ways to study

Distance learning provides the opportunity for you to study in your own home, your place of work or whilst you are on the move.

The programme resources are delivered online and include live and recorded lectures and seminars supported by a range of resources including tailored unit guides and reference to key supporting texts. The duration of distance learning MSc programmes provides maximum flexibility. Build your MSc or Diploma by studying two modules a year. The full MSc programme can be completed in five years (the maximum duration of the programme). These timelines also help you to spread the costs of completing the programme.

It is also possible to study multiple modules at once, in which case you will finish sooner. Alternatively, provided you complete the whole programme in five years, you can take a break from studying if you wish.

Summary of the maximum lengths of study by distance learning

The maximum lengths of study for distance learning programmes are as follows:

• MSc: 5 years
• Diploma: 4 years
• PG Certificate: 3 years
• Professional development modules: 1 semester