These courses are designed for students who require scheduling flexibility or are unable to commute to classroom sites. Courses are available online via the World Wide Web or through voice mail.
Courses often require video- or audiotapes.
UMUC offers primary specializations in accounting, behavioral and social sciences, business and management, communication studies, computer and information science, computer studies, English, environmental management, fire science, history, humanities, information systems management, management studies, paralegal studies, and psychology, through distance education formats. Distance courses can also be used to earn a paralegal studies document, complete a second bachelor's degree, earn a certificate, or supplement classroom-based degree programs. Online students must meet certain minimum computing conditions. MarylandOnline MarylandOnline unites Maryland colleges and universities in delivery of their programs and services statewide and internationally via the World Wide Web. It is expected to expand soon to include other University System of Maryland institutions and state colleges and universities.