University Qualifications

Learning through Work allows your employees to gain a university level qualification without leaving the workplace. A flexible distance learning scheme, it's based on the idea that learning forms an everyday part of many people's working lives.

At learndirect Business, we believe work-based learning can be just as relevant as more traditional methods. Learning through Work has seen us partner a range of universities and colleges, who help to:

• agree an individual's learning objectives
• plan their learning schedule
• collect and demonstrate learning and achievements.

It's ideal for individuals, but also suitable for employers who want a tailored distance learning programme for a group of employees. You can work with your staff to put together a study programme that improves their high-end skills and benefits your business.

To find out more, visit our Learning through Work website.

How can it benefit your business?

Learning through Work is designed to benefit your employees and your business.

It helps your employees:

• gain a university qualification without taking time off work
• improve their skills and effectiveness at work
• reflect on their skills and develop their planning.

It helps your business:

• save time and money by integrating learning with relevant work-based projects
• become more competitive by developing your employees high-level skills
• tailor learning to complement your overall business strategy
• become more efficient without employees having to leave their workplace to attend university or college.

What programmes are available?

Learning through Work combines several modes of learning, including work-based projects, online courses, distance learning courses and taught modules. Often referred to as 'blended learning', it's a popular and effective way to learn.

The scheme can lead to a wide range of higher education qualifications, including:

• undergraduate certificates
• university honours degrees
• postgraduate degrees and doctorates.

Employees can also complete shorter programmes, which count as credits as part of the university system. They can put them towards a recognised qualification at a later date.

How much does it cost?

Each employee's Learning through Work programme is tailored to your business needs and agreed with the university, which makes it difficult to provide specific costs. However, programmes usually cost less than traditional courses.

For detailed guidance on fees, you can contact universities directly through our dedicated Learning through Work website.