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Welco#e to RD" Courses Your Professional Pathway C!oosing RD" Why Study with RDI? Career Prospects & Outcomes What RDI Students Say ilearn Uni ersity Partners "n or#ation $tore !rowse Prospectus Download Prospectus Sample Study "aterials #$%s $s& a %uestion Financial Options #undin' Your Studies #ees Apply Here Re er a Friend O er Additional Bene its International "ana'ement $cademy Worldwide Partners Contact Us Share ( W!at is Distance Learning.
%0 1ow does distance learnin' wor&? %0 $re the *ualifications reco'nised internationally? %0 $re the study materials te2t3.ased or online? %0 $re the materials easy to understand? %0 Do I need a computer? %0 Will there .e any classroom lectures or wor&shops? Will I .e a.le to meet my tutor face3to3face? %0 Is the ilearn mandatory? %0 What will .e written on my certificate? Is the *ualification the same as that which campus students recei e? %0 Is there a 'raduation ceremony? %0 Will I recei e a student card? %0 What type of support will I recei e? %0 Do you offer scholarships? ,he RDI Study -uide can help you with any *uestions you ha e) !rowse our catalo'ue of we. seminars here or .y isitin' www)rdi)co)u&/we.inars $t RDI we ta&e a personal approach to your professional learnin') Some fre*uently as&ed *uestions follow) Should you ha e any other *uestions please call one of our pro'ramme ad isors on %&%% '(& ))*) or %'+ )(, -,)%% or email achie e+rdi)co)u&

How does Distance Learning it around #e.
%0 1ow lon' does it ta&e? %0 What return do I 'et? Will it .e worthwhile? %0 What is an 14C5 14D or De'ree ,op3up? %0 I wor& full3time and ha e a family5 how will I find the time? %0 Can I study anywhere in the world? %0 1ow many hours per wee& should I de ote? %0 What if I need more time to complete my studies5 can I ta&e a .rea&? %0 What happens if I fail somethin'? %0 1ow do I sit e2ams? %0 Do I ha e to come to the U6 to sit my e2am? %0 Will I .e a.le to succeed? %0 What if I find the course too hard? %0 Will there .e any students li&e me on the course?

Application/ Fees and 0nrol#ent
%0 Will I .e a.le to afford it? 1ow do I pay? %0 What do the fees include? %0 1ow do I ma&e payment for my ne2t module? %0 1ow often will I .e ma&in' new payments? %0 $re there char'es when ma&in' a .an& transfer and how much are they? %0 I ha e plenty of wor& e2perience in my area of interest .ut no real *ualifications) Can I still apply? %0 I already ha e a *ualification) Will I 'ain e2emptions from the course and will the cost .e reduced? %0 I ha e .een as&ed to 'i e certified copies of my certificates) What does this mean and how do I 'et this done? %0 When does the pro'ramme start and when is the application deadline? %0 Will enrolin' help me with a 7IS$ application? %0 1ow do I apply?

What is Distance 8earnin'?
12 How does distance learning wor3. $0 Distance learnin' is off campus5 fle2i.le learnin' that allows you to follow campus3.ased pro'rammes5 that you can study at home or wor& when it9s con enient for you) We pro ide you with professionally3de eloped study materials) ,he study materials ha e .een de eloped to pro ide se*uential learnin' with continual access to self3assessment and tas&3 .ased pro'ress measurement) You will .e allocated a tutor for academic support who you can contact as often as you li&e .y email and telephone) You will also ha e access to a student support co3ordinator who will .e there for administrati e ad ice to ma&e your learnin' e2perience successful and en:oya.le) #or most of our pro'rammes you will also ha e access to our online uni ersity 3 ilearn) You will .e a.le to access course

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information, tasks/activities, engage in discussions with tutors and fellow students, access the online library and download past papers and assignments. top Q: Are the qualifications recognised internationally? A: Yes. All qualifications are awarded by internationally recognised U universities and award bodies. top Q: Are the study materials text-based or online? A: !tudy materials are te"t#based or online or a mi"ture of both, depending on which programme you choose. $e courier your materials to you and you work from home. You will receive everything you require to successfully complete your programme. %n most cases, you will also receive a library card and access to an online university # ilearn. top Q: Are the materials easy to understand? A: &ur learning materials and ilearn have been developed with you and your career in mind. 'he materials are designed to give you skills and knowledge to implement in every day situations. 'he quality of these materials and the academic support given is high. You won(t )ust be reading the theory, but will be putting it into real life situations through e"amples and case studies facilitated by your tutor, making it easier to understand and useful for your career. top Q: Do I need a computer? A: $e recommend you have access to a computer with access to the internet and email as a minimum for all of our programmes. *or some programmes there are specific software requirements. +lease contact ,-% on *,..phone /0//# 1&U,!.! / /0// 230 4454 for further information. top Q: Will there be any classroom lectures or wor shops? Will I be able to meet my tutor face-to-face? A: 'here are no compulsory lectures or workshops, unless specifically stated. 'he programmes are designed to be 6//7 distance learning. .ach programme is fully supported by an academic tutor and student support co#ordinator. You are able to contact our staff whenever you need to, via email or telephone. top Q: Is ilearn mandatory? A: ilearn # ,-%(s online university # is mandatory for students studying the online programmes. 8owever, for other programmes ilearn is there to enhance student9s learning and does not replace the normal comprehensive paper based study materials. top Q: What will be written on my certificate? Is the qualification the same as that which campus students recei!e? A: Yes. 1urriculum, course content and assessment are the same, regardless of method of study so there is no distinction on the qualification itself. You receive e"actly the same award and certificate from the U university as a campus#based student. *or more details on our U university partners # please click here top Q: Is there a graduation ceremony? A: *or most of our university accredited programmes you will be invited to a formal graduation ceremony, usually held on the university campus with full time students. top Q: Will I recie!e a student card? A: Yes all students with ,-% are now eligible to apply for their :U! e"tra card. 1lick here for more details top Q: What type of support will I recei!e? A: &ur support and advice will help you to understand your materials and help you to ma"imise your learning. $e have dedicated student support co#ordinators to help with deadlines, submission dates and pastoral help. &ur academic tutors can help you to fully understand and bring to life the learning materials, allowing you to put what you learn into your career or life every single day. &ur %' support team ensure you get the best out of ilearn. top Q: Do you offer scholarships? A: $e currently do not offer scholarships but our fle"ible modular payments scheme means you can pay as you go, so you do not have to pay the full fee upfront. U and .U students can access government funding based on the programme chosen and also use 'esco clubcard vouchers. %nternational students can access company sponsorship. *or more information view our fees or funding page. top

8ow does -istance ;earning fit around me<
Q: "ow long does it ta e? A: %t depends on the programme but most programmes have a minimum and ma"imum study period. =enerally you will spend as much or as little time as you would if you were taking the programme by formal part#time study but this is, of course, very fle"ible. top Q: What return do I get? Will it be worthwhile? A: Your graduation is )ust the start of the benefits to come from your qualification. 'he graduation ceremony itself is a moment you can take great pride in, collecting your certificate on stage in front of proud family and friends in your cap and gown. 'his day is )ust the beginning of things to come, as you use your qualification to develop yourself and build upon your new skills. You will )oin the other ,-% graduates who have had promotions, pay rises, increased confidence or )ob security as a result of their qualification. 1lick here to find out more top Q: What is an "#$% "#D or Degree &op up? A: =enerally, students can combine the 8:1, 8:- and final year -egree into 5 years of study and graduate with a full U university degree. 1lick here for a fast guide pdf. top Q: I wor full-time and ha!e a family% how will I find the time? A: *le"ibility is key. All of our programmes allow you to work full#time as you can fit your studies around your )ob and personal commitments. &ur programmes require from as little as 0 hours per week study time. Your student support co# ordinator is always on hand should you need to e"tend a deadline or defer your studies. %n most cases, you can take up to five years or more to complete your programme, although many complete within one or two years. >any of our students work full and have family commitments. 1lick here to find out more about our students.

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top Q: Can I study anywhere in the world? A: Yes. Programmes are flexible with study materials that allow you to study completely independently. The only compulsory campus attendance is normally for examination purposes, which can be arranged locally if you are overseas. top Q: How many hours per week should I devote? A: We recommend between and !" hours per wee#, depending on the programme. $lexible learning is about good time planning and building momentum. %t is also about self&motivation. 'egular study is more effective than heavy but intermittent periods of study. Always plan to spend as much time on the programme as you would by part&time formal study. top Q: What if I need more time to complete my studies, can I take a break? A: %f you fall behind, become ill, relocate or need to defer your studies we will always try our best to accommodate you and your student support co&ordinator will be on hand to explain the options available to you. top Q: What happens if I fail something? A: (on)t worry, if you fail as assessment you are allowed at least one resubmission. Your academic tutor will provide you with detailed feedbac# to help prepare you for your resubmission. top Q: How do I sit e ams? A: *ome online courses will be assessed online. +, students can sit their examinations at '(%)s -idland -anagement .entre in .oventry or at the relevant university. To find out more please contact '(% on / // .0+'*1* 2 / // 34 5565. top Q: !o I have to come to the "# to sit my e am? A: 7ot necessarily. 1xaminations can be arranged locally for overseas students, although this will incur an additional charge. To find out more please contact '(% on 899 :/; 39 54" !"5/<. top Q: Will I be able to succeed? A: We believe that your success is our success. 0ur experienced, friendly programme advisors will assist you through the application process to ensure you enrol on to a programme that is right for you. -otivation, time management and organisation on your part, combined with =uality study materials and superior support throughout your studies are #ey to your success. To find out how others have found our courses & clic# here . top Q: What if I find the course too hard? A: We will not enrol you on to a programme unless we are confident that you will succeed. %f you feel that you have started at the wrong level, let us #now and we)ll transfer you to the right one, where possible. We also offer a $%&'( )*C# +"*,*&-'' which means you can try a course and if you are not completely satisfied for whatever reason you can return your materials within 6/ days and receive a full refund. Please contact '(% on $'11phone / // .0+'*1* 2 / // 34 5565 for terms and conditions. top Q: Will there be any students like me on the course? A: Yes> '(% have thousands of students from many different bac#grounds, but they all share the common goal of gaining a +, university =uailfication. %?earn, our virtual learning environment encourages interaction between students from all over the world. .lic# here for student insights top

Application, $ees and 1nrolment
Q: Will I be able to afford it? How do I pay? A: Paying for your studies is an investment in your future. %t should not be viewed as an expense or cost because there is clear evidence to show that =ualifications lead to an increase in salary. @owever, paying for your studies is not always easy, so we suggest you consider the various funding options here. top Q: What do the fees include? A: All study materials, either text&based or online and student handboo#s are supplied. $or many of our programmes core text boo#s are also included. You will be allocated a tutor for academic support who you can contact as often as you li#e by email and telephone. You will also have access to a programme co&ordinator for administrative support. $or most programmes you will be invited to an optional induction day or complete an online induction and you will have access to an online Airtual .ampus. There is no application or enrolment fee, this service is completely free of charge. top Q: How do I make payment for my ne t module? A: You can either ma#e payment for your next module through ban# transfer, che=ue or credit2debit card both online or over the phone. Please contact your admissions co&ordinator for more details. top Q: How often do I need to make new payments? A: You only ma#e a payment when you want to start the next module. With some courses modules can be completed in three months plus students can study two modules at a time depending on the programme. $or more information please contact our admissions team on /39 54" !"5// or 899 :/;39 54" !"5// top Q: *re there charges when making a bank transfer and how much are they? A: Yes there is usually a charge when paying via ban# transfer. To ensure we receive your payment in full you will need to select the option to accept these charges when ma#ing the transfer. Your ban# will be able to inform you of the value of any charge at the time of transfer. top Q: I have plenty of work e perience in my area of interest but no real .ualifications/ Can I still apply? A: $or many courses, experience can be Bust as valuable as =ualifications so if you haven)t studied for a while you need

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not be at a disadvantage. Each applicant is considered on his or her individual merits. Call us today on 0 00 !" ##$# or 0!% #"& '&#00 i( you have any )uestions about your eligibility. top Q: I have been asked to give certified copies of my certificates/ What does this mean and how do I get this done? A* +ue to authentication chec,s - photocopies or scanned copies o( your original certi(icates cannot be accepted on their o.n. Copies o( your original certi(icates must be stamped/signed and dated by a solicitor0 the post o((ice0 your ban, or someone else in authority be(ore sending them to us. Alternatively0 you can send your originals by recorded post. 1e .ill then certi(y the copies ourselves and return them to you. 21e .ill return by standard 3oyal 4ail post.5 Please contact your programme advisor on 0!% #"& '&#00 or 0 00 !" ##$# (or (urther details. top Q: I already have a .ualification/ Will this .ualification allow me to gain e emptions from the course and will the cost be reduced? A* +i((erent procedures apply (or di((erent programmes. 6t is o(ten possible to gain e7emptions based on previous )uali(ications and .or, e7perience. The best .ay to (ind out is to apply. All applications (or e7emptions .ill be considered on merit. 6( e7emptions are granted the cost o( the programme may not necessarily be a((ected. top Q: When does the programme start and when is the application deadline? A* This depends on your chosen course. Some university programmes have (our inta,es during the year 8 9anuary0 April0 9uly and :ctober - but you need to ensure your application arrives .ith us a month be(ore the inta,e is due to begin. ;or some )uali(ications it is o(ten possible to start at any time. To ensure you achieve your (irst choice course apply online today or please contact your programme advisor on 0!% #"& '&#00 or 0 00 !" ##$# top Q: Will enroling help me with a 0I1* application? A* <o. This is because our courses are highly (le7ible and can be studied online any.here in the .orld. Travel to the U= is there(ore not re)uired. top Q: How do I apply? A* To apply online clic, here. 6( you still have )uestions about your application you can spea, to an Admissions Advisor on 0!% #"& '&#00 or 0 00 !" ##$# top

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