If you'd like to know more about distance education, or Athabasca University and how it operates, have a look at the University's home page.
Distance education is a challenging way to pursue university studies.
My own experience with distance education dates back to the early 1960's, when I moved to the Arctic with my family. I completed grades six and seven, as well as part of grade eight, via distance delivery. Later, in the 1970's I took university courses at a distance in New Zealand, to complete my Bachelor of Arts degree with Massey University. As a student, I spent many hours juggling other commitments, personal as well as job-related. I know from my own experience that distance education is not the easiest or most straightforward way to complete a university degree.