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Distance learning (also known as online learning), is a very flexible method of studying. It provides students with the opportunity to gain new skills while still carrying on with normal life. So for example, if you wanted to retake your GCSEs or A-Levels, but needed to carry on working, then that is more than possible for you to do. On the other hand, if a student is looking to do online learning full time instead of school or college, then this is entirely possible as well. Depending on the courses opted for, there is no reason why a student can’t be classed as being in full time education when studying… Read More

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When you think of A Levels and studying them, you can be forgiven for automatically thinking of them as being for teenagers in school or college. But there is a growing trend of adults who are returning to studying A Levels in an attempt to improve their career prospects. With the growth of online learning and the ability for people to self study subjects as and when they want to, A Levels for adults is now a thing and a great way to get you on the path to university that you always dreamed of. In this in-depth article, we’re going to look at all things A Levels for adults… Read More

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Whether you are looking to re-sit your A-Levels or GCSEs or you need to fast track your learning, you will be relieved to know that you can study A-Levels or GCSEs in the summer as well as in term time. Thanks to online learning, it’s possible for you to make the best use of that six week break and cram in your learning to help you achieve the best grades possible. Unlike traditional schools or colleges, online colleges like Open College, don’t use term times. So it’s possible for students to enrol at any time of year and start their studies without having to wait for the next term. When… Read More

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Traditionally, in the British educational system, students are expected to study and successfully complete their GCSEs before then progressing on to studying A-Levels. However, that linear method of study progression doesn’t always work for everyone and sometimes leaves students returning to studying thinking they would have to complete their GCSEs before they can move on to A-Levels. This isn’t actually the case at all. If you’re a student returning to study and you need A-Levels but don’t hold GCSEs or even a GCSE in the same subject, that doesn’t mean you can’t study the course. Thankfully, with the development of online learning and the wide availability of online A-Level courses,… Read More

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Home education (or home schooling) of children in the UK is growing in popularity. Not only does it offer a greater flexibility in learning for children, but it also allows parents to have more control over the way their children are introduced to various topics of education. Rather than children being stuck with set term times and being in the classroom all day every day, parents are able to switch up the learning process and allow for their children to experience what they are learning about. Which all sounds great for younger children, but what about for older kids who are about to embark on their GCSEs or even A-Levels,… Read More

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GCSE Past Papers are question papers that awarding bodies for GCSEs release from previous years to help and assist students. The papers allow for students to practice their answering technique in preparation for examination. They are also an effective way for students to revise their knowledge of their course and also gain a clear idea of their potential grade. If you’re a student at a traditional school or college, your teachers will frequently set you GCSE past papers as part of your learning. This allows for them to assess your progress and also determine what they feel your likely grade will be. If you’re a Private Candidate (independent) student, then… Read More

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Are A Levels hard is something we are often asked by students. A Levels are one of those courses that people believe are very hard to study and take a lot of commitment. But this isn’t strictly true and studying A Levels can be very straight forward and rewarding for people. The qualification itself is Level 3, which means the syllabus is created and designed to give students a solid foundation understanding of the topic to then go on and study it at a higher level. Whether a student will find A-Levels hard depends on a number of factors. For example, if you’re a student with no previous experience of… Read More

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Open enrolment is a phrase you will see a lot when looking at online learning, but what exactly does that mean? Open enrolment refers to the entry requirements for the course. With traditional schools and colleges, there are usually mountains of restrictions on who can and can’t enrol on a course. These restrictions include things such as the qualifications you need to enrol on the course and when you can enrol on the course. Online learning is different. Almost every course, even the ones that have examinations tied to examination periods (like GCSEs or A-Levels) are available for students with open enrolment. So in effect, you can decide on a… Read More

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Due to popular demand, we’ve written a blog about 5 reasons to start studying. As an online college, we are frequently asked why people should start studying and of course we’re going to be all for it, as it’s our thing! But aside from that, there really are lots of benefits and reasons for people to start studying courses. Regardless of the course, A-Levels, GCSEs or Diplomas, the end results achieved by students are always positive. A lot of people who come to us think that studying is one of those things you stop doing once you leave school or college, but that’s not the case at all. Starting studying… Read More

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As an online college, we are frequently asked by our students whether GCSEs are important. The simple answer to this is yes, believe it or not. Although they may seem like just another formality of school and something to get out of the way, you would be surprised how many times you will find you really do need to hold GCSEs to get on in life. We’re going to take a closer look at the qualifications as a whole. Looking at why you need them, which subjects are most useful and how you can retake them if you need to. What do you need GCSEs for? For everything from employment… Read More

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