In
a Nutshell
The University
of London
- has a national and international reputation as a centre of academic excellence
- was founded in 1836 by Royal Charter
- awards degrees of international repute
- was the first university to offer degrees by distance learning
The External Programme
- is the world's longest-running distance learning programme, established in 1858
- offers over 100 bachelors and masters qualifications
- holds examinations in over 650 centres worldwide
- maintains robust and effective quality assurance mechanisms
- marks External students to the same standard as internal students
- has an international alumni network
External Students
- number over 36,000
- live in over 180 countries
- represent all ages (the youngest is 17, the oldest is 92)
- graduate with a University of London degree
Reasons for studying
as an External student
- study can be undertaken any time, any place, anywhere
- it is possible to remain in full-time employment
- study can be combined with frequent travel and irregular working hours
- students maintain full personal control over their study schedule
- it recognises family commitments and responsibilities
- it provides a convenient way of updating skills and knowledge
- it is an effective way of improving intellectual and analytical abilities
- study can be undertaken over a longer period than conventional courses
- the University has an international reputation for academic excellence
- a University of London qualification can provide a passport to a successful future
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