Online learning - Study - University of Derby

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Learning

We are a leader in online education and have been for almost two decades. Here, at the University of Derby Online Learning, we have over 100 part-time courses specially designed for online study. We can help you to achieve more and be more in your professional and personal life.

Expertly designed for professionals

Our online courses are created and taught by experts. The content is engaging and interactive, and meets high academic and professional standards.

We offer everything from standalone modules which are available as short credit bearing courses, and non-credit bearing courses for CPD (continuing professional development) to apprenticeships and full undergraduate and postgraduate online degrees.

We help both individuals and employers and are proud to be inclusive and diverse. As long as you have the ambition, desire and potential to succeed, you will be welcome here.

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Quality standards

Our online courses have to meet the same strict academic standards as all UK university courses. They are just as high quality and are worth the same.

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Online learning for businesses

Online learning can be a very flexible and affordable way to develop your workforce – whether you create your own programmes or enrol employees on ours. Let our Business Development Team advise you.

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Attend a graduation ceremony

If you would like to attend a graduation ceremony at the end of your course, you can do! It will be held in England and it's a truly special day - a chance to celebrate your achievement.

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