The courses exploit recent developments in information technologies such as the Internet and CD-Rom. Each course is made up of a number of modules, the precise number and depth of each depending on the level of qualification being studied for.
Students study modules in a sequential manner, but at their own pace and location.
Each module must be passed, or compensated for by good performance in other modules. When all modules relating to a particular course have been satisfactorily completed, the student is awarded the appropriate qualification - Postgraduate Diploma or Masters of Science. Students may register anytime before this. No, the courses are delivered entirely by distance learning. If there is sufficient demand, we may consider the possibility of an optional summer school at the University focusing on specific areas with courses such as advanced biomolecular techniques.