There are a range of distance learning courses available in the U.K.
Distance Learning allows you to boost your education and skills from the comfort of your own home. It gives you flexibility to study when your schedule allows it and you often only need access to a computer in order to complete the training. In the United Kingdom, a range of distance learning courses are offered. Although for most courses payment is required, there are some free options available.
Beginners' Tutorials
The tutorials are divided into 56 explanatory categories ranging from C++ Programming to Accountancy and MS Word. Each category features a range of step-by-step tutorials for a variety of users including business and personal use. These are largely aimed at beginners. The tutorials are displayed directly on the web browser and so no additional programs are needed. Unfortunately, the website has not been updated for the latest versions of programs such as MS Office. For most categories, an abbreviated version of the training materials are free but you can also pay for a more in-depth version.
Learn Direct For Business
This program offers taster courses in subjects such as Business and Management and Information Technology. The courses aim to be interactive, including quizzes and games. In general, the courses are at a basic level as they aim to enhance essential, day to day, skills. They are useful for those with little experience of formal learning and for non-native English speakers.
BBC Academy
The British Broadcasting Coooperation (BBC) offers free online courses on television, radio, broadcast management and broadcast technology. Examples include Good Shooting Guide, Microphones and Sound for Radio and DV Camera Shooting Guides. These courses were originally designed for use by BBC staff and have not been altered for public release. Consequently, they contain reference to some BBC specific phrases and procedures.
Online Web Practicals
These are provided by Oxford University's Department of Chemistry and are designed for undergraduates who are following science-based programs. Courses are segregated into first, second and third year relevant modules and include both chemistry related tutorials as well as information on IT and software applications. Example courses include Databases for Chemists, IT Course Modules for Graduates and Superconductor Preparation. No special software is needed to use these tutorials.
Writers Bureau
This offers home study courses in poetry, journalism and creative writing. Although for many lessons you have to pay there are some free tutorials on writing and marketing your work. The site also offers full money back guarantee if you are not successful having completed one of the paid courses.
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