If you are unable to attend a college or university on a regular basis, then a distance learning programme could be a good option for you. A distance learning course is specifically designed to be studied without you having to go onto campus; all your materials will be sent to you. Many programmes will even be assessed without you going in for an exam - although this may be a requirement for some courses.
More and more people are choosing distance learning because of the flexibility and the vast range of quality courses and qualifications on offer. However, if you want to study this way, you will need to be self-motivated and self-disciplined - just because you'll be studying from home doesn't mean that the work will be easy.
You usually find there is usually a great deal of support available - on some courses, learners can have unlimited access to tutors by telephone, fax, or email, whilst on others, contact may be by post, or through the marking of assignments. Online distance learning courses may have interactive features instead of tutor support.
