Distance Learning Opportunities

If you are interested in studying for a theological or religious studies based qualification via distance learning then this site is designed for you.

Here is a detailed database of all courses within the UK, validated by a DFES recognised body, with qualifications ranging from Undergraduate Certificates to Doctorates. Most of the courses listed are based on modular programmes.

Only courses accredited by DFES recognised bodies are included. These consist of institutions with their own degree awarding powers, and those institutions which do not have the power to award their own degrees but whose courses are validated by a recognised body. These institutions are identified here as having EXTERNAL validation.

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'Modular programmes' allow an award to be built gradually by taking individual modules (units). Each module is worth a certain number of credits; as modules are completed credits are accumulated towards an award.

Within a modular scheme undergraduate study is often broken into levels. Students can elect to undertake courses at level 1,2 or 3. Level 1 (Undergraduate Certificate) is equivalent to the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree. Level 2 (Undergraduate Diploma) is equivalent to the second year of a full-time undergraduate degree. Generally, students can only embark on Level 2 after successful completion of Level 1, although some institutions may accredit prior learning. Level 3 is equivalent to the final year of a full-time undergraduate degree, completion of which results in full degree status (i.e. BA/BSc).

To find out more about the Credit Accumulation and Transfer Scheme, contact individual institutions.

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Our aim is to help you find the course you want. TRSonline is intended for guidance only. Further details must be sought from the providing institutions themselves.

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