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Bespoke Courses are adaptable and flexible so you can study as many or as few Units as you wish.

Choose from a huge range of over 100 different Units

You don't even need to decide how many to study at the beginning of the course, so you can build onto your Certificate over a period of time. They will be the right course for you if you need:

  • Evidence of recent study in a specialist subject area
  • Professional Training
  • Employers can use our Bespoke Courses for staff development
  • You may be looking to develop your career or go for a promotion
  • You may wish to broaden your knowledge and skills for personal interest
  • You may wish to test out whether a particular career change is right for you

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enrol today for just £10.00

What are they?

Our Bespoke Courses are exactly that. You choose which Subjects and Units you want to study so you can study at your own pace, when it suits you, your family, and your job. The work is at the same standard as our Access to HE Diplomas and the tutor service, course materials, internal verification and quality systems are exactly the same.

How do I study?

All of our Bespoke Courses are studied entirely online with support from our specialist subject tutors. You will be given access to our tailored learning materials & tutor-marked assessments. Your tutor will provide detailed feedback on your learning. They will also be on hand over the phone, video calls, WhatsApp or email to support & guide you.

Are they accredited

Our Bespoke Courses are not formally accredited. We assess and internally verify your work, leading to a DistanceLearningCentre.com Certificate of Achievement. Our internal verification process is rigorous and thorough in line with our exacting standards.

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There are no entry requirements for this course. You can start and complete when it suits you. Because our Bespoke Courses fit into your life rather than the other way around, you can decide how long you'd like to study for. The more Units you choose to study, the longer it will take. The only deadlines that are in place are those set by yourself.

How do I learn?

For every unit you study you will be given access to its tailored learning materials: because they are written by us, you can be sure that they will teach you what you need to succeed on your assessments. They are more than a textbook - they guide you through your learning and support you so that you're fully prepared for each assessment. You will complete tasks, answer questions (with model answers that you can check), and will be given all the tools needed to achieve the highest grades possible.


How am I assessed?

You are assessed through tutor-assessed coursework throughout your course. Our assessments have been internally verified, meaning that they have been checked to make sure they are consistent, fair and robust. Importantly, they give everybody the same opportunities to succeed. Our internal verification process ensures that every tutor is marking, grading and giving formative and developmental feedback in line with our exacting standards.


What is on my Certificate?

If learning and knowledge are your top priority, details of these will be listed in full on your Certificate and you will have a portfolio of work to demonstrate this. If you need formal accrediation, you probably require Unit Accreditation. If you think this might be the case, please contact us to discuss your requirements.



You can create a course as long or as short as you like from any combination of the subjects below. You don't even need to decide how many to study at the beginning of the course, you can build onto your Certificate over a period of time. All Units are at Level 3 unless otherwise stated.

  • Unit: Biology - Anatomy and Physiology of the Human Skeleton and Muscles - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Biology - Aspects of Human Physiology - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Biology - Biomolecules and Key Biochemical Principles - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Biology - Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Gastro-Intestinal Systems - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Biology - Homeostasis, Coordination and Control and the Excretory Systems - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Biology - Human Reproductive Biology - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Biology - Introduction to Cell Biology - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Biology - Practical Investigation (Biology) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Business - Business and Organisation Structures - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Business - Corporate Social Responsibility - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Business - Introduction to Business - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Business - Principles of Business Strategy - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Business - Research Project (Business) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Chemistry - Applied Biochemistry - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Chemistry - Core Principles of Chemistry - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Chemistry - Further Organic Chemistry - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Chemistry - Introduction to Chemistry - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Chemistry - Planning a Practical Investigation (Chemistry) - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Childhood Studies - Health and Wellbeing - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Childhood Studies - Introduction to Childhood Studies - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Childhood Studies - Social Policy and Practice (Ex) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Childhood Studies - Studies in Adolescence - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Childhood Studies - The Role of Play in Child Development - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Criminology - Contemporary Issues in Criminology - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Criminology - Forensic evidence and the reliability of Evidence - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Criminology - Introduction to Criminology - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Criminology - Offender Profiling - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Criminology - Research Project (Criminology) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Criminology - Theories and Perspectives in Criminology - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Developmental - Basic Principles in Number (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Developmental - Preparing to Progress - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Developmental - Writing for Academic Purposes - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Economics - International Trade - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Education Theory and Practice - Introduction to Education Theory and Practice - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Education Theory and Practice - Practical Applications (Planning and Delivery) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Education Theory and Practice - Research Project (Education Theory and Practice) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English - Reading for Meaning (Level 2) - 6 Credits
  • Unit: English - Writing Skills (Level 2) - 6 Credits
  • Unit: English Language - Contemporary Issues in Language - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English Language - Introduction to Text Analysis - 3 Credits
  • Unit: English Language - Language to Persuade - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English Language and Literature - Academic Skills in English Language and Literature - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English Language and Literature - Independent Research Project in English Literature - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English Language and Literature - Introduction to Language Analysis - 3 Credits
  • Unit: English Language and Literature - Literary Criticism - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English Language and Literature - Nineteenth Century Novel - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: English Language and Literature - Poetry Study - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Finance and Accounting - Analysing Accounting Statements - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Finance and Accounting - Budgets and Budgeting - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Finance and Accounting - Business Finance - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Finance and Accounting - Costing - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Finance and Accounting - Introduction to Accounting - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Finance and Accounting - Planning a Research Project (Business Finance) - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Healthy Lifestyles - Fitness - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Human Physiology - Aspects of Human Physiology - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Human Physiology - Practical Investigation (Human Physiology) - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Law - Criminal Law - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Law - Introduction to Law Making - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Law - The English Legal System - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Law - The Law of Tort - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Maths - Data Handling (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Maths - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Maths - Understanding common measures (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Maths - Understanding common shapes (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Maths - Using Calculations (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Medicine - Fundamentals of Chemistry - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Physics - Introduction to Physics - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Physics - Medical Uses of Radioisotopes - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Physics - Planning a Practical Investigation (Physics) - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Physics - Principles of Physics - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Physics - Principles of Physics - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Physics - Radiology - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Aggression - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Approaches in Psychology - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Child Development - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Cognitive Development - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Defining, Classifying and Explaining Disorders - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Interpersonal Communication - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Introduction to Psychology - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Psychology - Memory - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Psychological Investigation - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Psychological Perspectives and Behaviour - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Research Methods in Psychology - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Psychology - Treating Disorders - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Science - Chemistry (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Science - Human Biology (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Science - Investigation in Science (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Science - Physics (Level 2) - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Health and Social Care Provision - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Introduction to Issues in Health and Social Care - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Learning Disabilities - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Mental Health and Wellbeing - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Mental Health Issues - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Principles of Safeguarding in Health and Social Care - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Social Issues in Health Care - Social Care and the Older Person - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Social Work - The Role of the Social Worker - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Sports Coaching and Fitness - Exercise Health and Lifestyle - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Sports Science - Carrying Out a Practical Investigation - 3 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Sports Science - Energy Systems - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Sports Science - Introduction to Sports Science - 3 Credits
  • Unit: Sports Science - Nutrition for Sport - 6 Credits Graded
  • Unit: Sports Science - Sports Psychology - 6 Credits Graded



The most flexible fees

Easy to manage flexible instalments. Payment holidays. No tie-ins or credit agreements. Great value. If the course is not for you, pay no more. If you leave & return, fees paid previously are still covered. More details on our Fees Page.


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  • Enrolment Fee only £10.00 (you save £20.00), payable when you apply for the course.
  • Course Fee £99.98, per month or £19.78 per Credit, whichever is greater[1]. Payable from the day you start the course.
  • Total Fee variable depending on length of study.

[1] When you finish the course, we check the total fees you have paid in your monthly instalments. If this is less than £19.78 per Credit achieved, there is an additional charge. It is unusual that this happens, it would only happen if you study exceptionally quickly.


Funding your course

  • This course is not eligible for Advanced Learner Loans.
  • This course is not eligible for Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) funding.

The majority of our students fund themselves using our easy payment options. Some secure funding through their employers and a few manage to get some help from local charities. We cannot provide advice on funding but we do have a Grants & Funding page which you may find useful.


If you are not funding your course yourself

Please ensure that you make us aware of this when you apply so that we can advise you & make any necessary arrangements with the funder to cover your course costs.


Payment methods

The normal method of payment is online with a Credit or Debit Card. We accept all major cards.

If there are genuine reasons why you cannot pay online, you will need to contact us to discuss whether there are other feasible options available such as bank transfer or Standing Order.


The support that our students receive is central to who we are and the service that we deliver.


Your tutor

Your tutor is both your personal and your subject specialist teacher. They were chosen for their expert subject knowledge and qualifications, and for their skills in supporting and motivating adults who may have been out of education for some time. They are there to guide your studies, and you will be in regular contact with them. Because they mark your assessments, they know how to help you to improve, develop and advance as you progress through the course.

Their role evolves over the course of your studies as your needs change. Initially you will speak to your tutor every week so you can get to know each other and settle into studying. As you progress through the course the support that you want from your tutor may change: one week you may want to talk about study skills, and the next about the ethics of research. Your tutor is there to make sure that your time with us is as successful and enjoyable as possible.


Additional Support

Learning Support - support if you have declared a disability. They provide advice and guidance and signpost you to help and resources which can help with your studies.

Student Support - supporting you if you are having problems with your studies. This may be due to a wide range of factors, personal, financial, confidence, changed circumstances etc. Generally, tutors will refer you to this section if they feel that you will benefit from some extra help or advice.


Student Services

Our Student Services team are here for you from your first enquiry and throughout your Diploma. From clarifying university entry requirements to finding the Diploma that is right for you, Student Services are here for everybody - past, present and prospective student alike.


Peer Support

We have a dynamic private Facebook community over 2000 students for you to join and if you want to raise points with staff this can be done via the Student Action Group.


Flexibility

We make our courses suit you and your life: if your circumstances or priorities change then your course can too. We are here to help you achieve, and so altering your target completion date, payment date, or extending your study period is always possible.


Technical Department

From accessing learning materials to uploading documents, if you need any technical support during your studies our Technical Department is there for you.


Financial Department

You can contact Finance Should you need any help or advice about fees, payment options, or there are changes to your circumstances.


Laptop or Computer

Due to the academic nature and depth of this course you will not be able to study it entirely on a Mobile Phone or Tablet.


Accreditation

If you require formal accreditation for the Units your are planning to study, such as if you are wanting to use it as evidence of recent study or additional units on top of an Access to HE Diploma for a university application, please contact us to discuss your options.

Some Universities are very familiar with the quality of what we provide, so some will accept a DistanceLearningCentre.com Certificate as provided by this course. One such example is Edinburgh Napier.

We strongly advise that you make sure you understand exactly what your university is requesting from you. And we are happy to provide you with help and advice so you can be sure you are studying the right course.


Emily

The website and materials were easy to navigate and the Facebook group gave me extra reassurance and support.

The tutors were supportive, patient and most importantly motivated me to carry on when I found it tough. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing to gain an extra qualification to achieve their dream career. Emily

Yannick

The learning materials were excellent and they exceeded my expectations. I would like to thank my family and the tutors for their amazing support.

I am happy to say to have secured a place to study a Nursing Degree this September. I cannot recommend them enough. Yannick

John

The course is excellently written with information perfectly explained for those who have been out of education.

I completed mine whilst working full time, undergoing several overseas military deployments in support of the COVID pandemic. I could not have done this without them, my tutors were with me every step of the way! John

Richard

Support of tutors, & the wider student community were fundamental in enabling me to overcome adversity. The peer support of fellow students proved a wonderful resource. People of all ages & backgrounds united in their desire to study & self-develop, quick to offer help & encouragement. So I became active in supporting others through the Facebook Group. Richard

Sam

I have dyslexia. They suited all my needs. It was flexible, affordable, and the modules offered would provide me with the fundamental basics to study a Law degree.

They did more than help me get into my dream Russell Group university studying Law. The whole experience finally made me feel academically worthy. Sam

Aaliya

Tutors and staff have been fantastic in helping me achieve the grades I need, as well as any other situations I needed support with.

I applied to 2 universities and have received conditional offers from both.

I have achieved more credits than the offer requires, it wouldn't have been possible without them. Aaliya

Mehluli

I loved the flexibility that comes with the course and the outstanding tutors.

I have since been offered a place from two universities to study a BSc in Adult Nursing.

It is in this regard that I strongly recommend them without hesitation for any person who would like to reboot their career. Mehluli

Beth

I was very nervous about beginning my studies as I thought that Access to HE Diplomas were aimed at mature students, being 17 at the time of beginning my studies. But I was so wrong!

The Diploma is for anyone wanting to enter higher education. The staff, and my tutors especially, couldn't have been more accommodating and supportive. Beth

Victoria

From day one I found my tutors to be incredibly friendly, supportive and accessible. They encourage independent learning, but are always there to give guidance and answer questions of any kind.

The learning materials are brilliant; extremely thorough and logically laid out in topics and sub-topics, so you move smoothly through. Victoria

Sean

The materials were easy to follow. I received advice from others via the Facebook page & from my personal tutor, who was always so quick to answer any questions. During the modules, I developed my research methods & even my English improved. I am far more confident in finding the pros & cons of every theory. I now feel I am in a far better position & I am currently enrolled on an LLB Qualifying Law degree. Sean

Fanny

They stood out for me because of their flexibility and affordability.

Enrolling to study remotely for a science course, was overwhelmingly nerve-wracking but my tutors were very kind, supportive and helpful. Their support allowed me to excel and achieve high grades. I have now secured a place at a university. Fanny

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