Coventry, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/10/2010 -- Student enrolments onto Foundation degrees have risen by 40% in the last two years according to a recent BBC article. (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8521911.stm)

Research shows that over half of all foundation degrees are studied at Higher Education Colleges, with the remainder being offered by universities.

In the article, others have expressed concerns over whether these courses may be taken back from colleges by universities in the future, therefore reducing the number of places available even further.

RDI offer HNC and HND programmes which equate to the first 2 years of a degree. They are studied by distance learning which allows students to earn while they learn and develop valuable work experience. Many students can demonstrate what they learn within their work, increasing the value of their course.

Dr Philip Hallam, CEO of RDI comments:

"At RDI, we have seen a sharp rise in applications as students look at online learning as a real alternative to gaining a university education."

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Hong Kong -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/09/2010 -- RDI provide Higher National Diplomas which are similar to foundation degrees in that they are equivalent to the first two years of a degree, and students can choose whether to top them up with a final year degree programme. All Bachelor degrees and MBAs are awarded from UK universities and are studied by distance learning , meaning that study can be fitted in around careers, families and other commitments.

Study is conducted through RDIs online campus – ilearn. This fuses together online materials and tutor support to deliver a modern and affective way to learn.

Students on a foundation degree can study and work consecutively, meaning that they can earn while they learn and build valuable work experience skills. Foundation degrees are equivalent to two thirds of a bachelor’s degree.

UK universities and higher education colleges offer these courses which usually have no formal entry requirements.

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Bonita Springs, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/09/2010 -- A recent BBC article suggests that foundation degrees are becoming an increasingly popular choice, with enrolment figures increasing by 40% in the last 2 years.

Foundation Degrees allow students to gain the equivalent of two thirds of a bachelor degree whilst working at the same time, giving them the opportunity to gain invaluable work experience.

RDI offer HNC and HND programmes which are similar to Foundation degrees. Students receive their materials through RDI’s pioneering online campus – ilearn, and receive full tutor support. An HND can be completed within two years and affords students the opportunity to gain valuable work experience that on-campus students miss out on.

RDI have supported over 50,000 university students in the UK and around the world over the last 20 years.

All of the degree, Masters and MBA qualifications offered have the exact same status and certificate as those studied on a university campus.

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Coventry, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/25/2010 -- A recent article on the BBC news website has highlighted the disappointment that potential university students may face this year. Places are not guaranteed for every student, and more than 200,000 applicants may be left without a place this Autumn.

RDI may be able to help the majority of students who are not able to gain a place on campus by allowing them to study their degree online by distance learning , giving them the chance to gain valuable work experience while they study. Studying online with RDI allows students to study their degree or MBA while they work, allowing them to gain valuable work experience that full-time students miss out on.

Dr Philip Hallam, CEO of RDI comments:

"At RDI, we have seen a sharp rise in applications as students look at online learning as a real alternative to gaining a university education. Many are reporting that the uncertainty regarding available places at traditional universities as well as the expense of fees and living costs means that our online learning courses offer a realistic alternative route to gaining a degree."

RDI have 20 years experience in offering distance learning degrees and MBAs, offering qualifications in 12 subjects from 9 UK universities.

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Bonita Springs, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/24/2010 -- UK university applicants may face disappointment this Autumn with a predicted deficit of around 200,000 places. Places will not be expanded even though university applications have risen for four consecutive years.

Lord Mandelson, The UK Universities Secretary has recently stated that those who do not get into university should try another approach and consider other routes to higher education.

RDI offer distance learning courses from 9 UK universities in 12 subject areas. Students are able to gain valuable work experience whilst studying their degree or MBA online.

RDI have four intakes per year – January, April, July and October. They offer degrees and MBAs online by distance learning, meaning students can study in their free time.

Dr Philip Hallam, CEO of RDI comments:
"The vast majority of our students work while they learn, applying what they learn on a daily basis, advancing their career throughout their studies"

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Hong Kong -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/23/2010 -- Students hoping to start university this September are likely to face worries over the security of their place.

It has been widely estimated that up to 200,000 applicants may not get a place this autumn due to capped numbers.

Lord Mandelson, The Universities Secretary has said that getting into university had always been a competitive business and that the cap on numbers would remain.

RDI offer UK university courses by distance learning meaning that not getting into university may not be the huge disappointment expected. Distance learning also means that students can work as they study - giving them valuable work experience ready to equip them for life after graduation.

Currently over 5,000 students are studying their degree or MBA by distance learning with RDI. Online study allows students to access their materials in their own time through an interactive campus – ilearn. They offer qualifications in 12 subjects from 9 UK universities, including the University of Bradford, University of Wales and and Teesside University.

Dr Philip Hallam, CEO of RDI comments:
"The vast majority of our students work while they learn, applying what they learn on a daily basis, advancing their career throughout their studies"

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