Distance Learning Degrees

[cymruambyth1]

I am 24 and looking to do a distance learning degree in Crime and Criminology, or something similar and preferably with one of the Universities. I have found one with Portsmouth Uni, but it is 4.5 years long! Would prefer one around 3 years.

ICS have a good course but they want over 6k!!

Does anyone know of any good distance learning degree courses?!

Thanks!!

[Canary42]

Have you tried the Open University

http://www3.open.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/soc ial-sciences/criminology/index.htm

[cymruambyth1]

I looked at the Open University but I wasnt sure if it looked better coming from a proper university, plus their points system confuses me!!

[Canary42]

The O U is a proper university, and in academic circles is held in very high regard.

Unfortunately many ignorant employers do not have this understanding, so it can be a drawback in these cases - but many others do know the extra dedication needed for distance learning achievement, and recognise it accordingly.

I have an OU degree myself, and have encountered both extremes.

If you have a problem with the points system, ring or e-mail them, they're usually very accommodating and helpful.

[hc4361]

A full time degree takes three years. Distance learning courses are part time and take four years or more. You need to be realistic.

[saxy_jag]

I second the OU idea. It's very highly regarded. OU graduates are reckoned to be self-motivated and hardworking, and their degrees are worth as much as any from a more traditional university.

The points system is easy enough to get your head around and there are plenty of people to help you through what you don't understand. You get tutors and online forums so you're never short of support. Basically, you need 360 points for an honours degree in a named subject, of which you must have a certain number at certain levels of study.