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Online education is an area available to those unable to access full-time education. Technology has now allowed the use of CDs, DVD, email, web-based presentations and more. It is possible to carry virtually a full load or a single unit. You can choose where and when you study/complete work, even overseas. It can be done in conjunction with full-time work, managing a family or running a business. It can be done for professional or personal reasons.
In previous years, this form of study was often called external studies or distance education, with the latter term still being used by some bodies and levels.
Online education is provided by most universities, some colleges and many school systems. Numerous universities are now providing Open Courseware online, for free use by anyone who is interested, though they do not lead to qualifications.
Be aware online education has positive and negative aspects. You must know if you are suited to this method of learning. Charles Sturt University has information regarding the process.
Other sites that may be useful include Distance Learning 101 and Distance Learning Web Resources. While the last two are US based, several sections apply worldwide and are worth reading before starting any online/distance education course.
This page looks at international universities that offer online education and courses and other general information.
The First Page looks at online education programs in Australia. This covers all levels from schools [Distance Education, School of the Air] to universities, as well as vocational areas.
The Second Page looks at Open Courseware, specialised online learning areas, video and other tutorials.
If you are aware of worthwhile information not included, suggestions or additions are welcome.
International Information
Major University Information
This includes links relating to course offerings where these are available.
- Columbia University [US]
Courses, especially business. - Duke University [US]
The MBA-Global Executive Program is considered the best ! AU$180 000 cost but - return air fares twice yearly and a laptop on enrolment ! - Harvard Business School [US]
Linked with Stanford Graduate School of Business, they offer non-degree courses and business training. - Liverpool University [England]
Online courses. - Oxford University
The first ‘online interactive’ lectures given in 2001. - Universitas 21 Global
Worldwide consortium of universities [including 2 in Australia] plus other bodies that provide e-learning.
Other Universities & Courses Online
This includes link listing sites. American university listings are covered in a separate section.
American Universities & Courses Online
- 1 Year MBA
‘Free assistance about choosing the best suited 1 Year MBA programs for professionals who wish to pursue post-graduate education and uplift professional worth’. - Allied Health Institute
‘We offer online education opportunities for students to pursue their educational objectives when attending school in a traditional classroom is not practical’. - Associate Degree
‘Associate Degree is an online resource dedicated to providing students with straightforward information about obtaining an associates degree via a traditional campus or online school [US]’. - California Virtual University
Combination of university, university college, etc.. More than 2 000 courses online. - College Scholarships, Colleges & Online Degrees
‘Designed to offer college-bound, graduate school-bound and career school bound students of all ages easy access to information’. - Criminal Justice Degree
‘Descriptions of the top online criminal justice degree programs. Use the links next to each college to request free information from the college about the programs it offers that interest you. Request information from at least 4 different universities as there are significant differences between tuition cost, degree requirements, scholarships etc. which can best be explained by the universities themselves’. - eCollegeFinder
Covers degrees, disciplines, specialities, schools, resources and even a blog. Find a possible option that suits your needs. - e-Learning Talks
‘Top distance learning universities listed under Distance Learning categories’. - Engineering Courses Online with Class Descriptions
‘These classes can be completed independently or as part of distance-learning engineering degree programs. Many well-known academic institutions, such as Stanford University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, offer engineering courses online for free’. -
Library Science Degree
‘Library Science Degree is the only [US] website dedicated to providing unbiased and straightforward information for students interested in obtaining a library science degree’. - Online College Degrees
‘Your online college degrees search will provide you with several college and university options. Many brick and mortar colleges are now offering entire online degree programs’. - Online Colleges
‘Gives students the most comprehensive and unbiased list of online colleges and universities on the web. We combine existing lists of online colleges and find unlisted ones, putting them all in a single page’. - Online Degrees, Financial Aid & Scholarships
‘Looking for information on online degrees ? Just use the quick search box on the right or scroll down this page for an alphabetical list of colleges and universities offering online degrees, and the online degree programs offered by each’. - Online Graduate Programs
‘These selected articles tackle the entire institution of graduate school - ins, outs and everything in between. We hope our compendium of pros and cons allows you to understand the current issues and realize there is more to graduate education than deciding whether to attend or no’. Covers the American scene, including programs, but also looks at the differences between undergraduate and graduate life and study, plus more. - Online Learning 101
‘Online Learning 101 helps you find the programs you want and the schools you need, to help attain your career goals’. - Online Nurse Practitioner Programs
‘One of the largest actively maintained resources that lists every accredited school offering a degree in Nurse Practitioner Programs [US]’. Also has good descriptors for the range of nursing practitioner careers and more. - Online Psychology Degrees
‘Bachelors, Masters & PhD Degree Programs Online. Editor Compiled Directory of Accredited Psychology Schools and Degree Programs. This website is provided as a Free resource for psychology students and eductors’. - Online Science Courses
‘Online Science courses introduce students to and familiarise them with some aspect of what humanity has learned about the natural world. This is generally accomplished through a combination of readings, graphic demonstrations and videos’. - Political Science Degree
‘olitical science explores the behaviour, theory, and systems of local, state, national, and sometimes international politics. Politic science also lightly touches on elements at play like psychology, economics, public policy, and foreign relations. [Listed] are some highly-rated schools with online political science degrees available as well as links to contact them for Free information’. - TechnicalSchool.org
‘Leading the Way in Technical Education and Careers’. Has a section covering Popular Online Technical Schools. -
Universities Abroad
‘UniversitiesAbroad.com connects students who want to study outside of their home country with the right programs. The portal provides international students with the right information to make informed decisions when considering this life changing experience. The site provides easily searchable certificate, associates degree, college degree, graduate degree and doctorate degree programs’.
Previously listed as eLearners.com. - Web Design Degree
‘Descriptions of the best online web design degrees offered. Use the links next to each college to request free information from the school about the degree that interests you. Request information from at least 4 different universities as there are significant differences between schools. which are best explained by the schools themselves’.
Other Universities & Courses Online
- 10 Sources for Free Online Technology Courses
Lists university, courses offered and a general overview. Universities are from several countries. - 200 Free Online Classes to Learn
Anything
‘We’ve compiled 200 online classes from [ ] respected institutions, and you can take all of them with no strings attached. These courses cover physics, geology, natural phenomena, and more’. - 10 Universities Offering Free Writing Courses
Online
‘Whether you are currently writing professionally or are looking to break into the field, formal writing courses can help you to hone your skills. There are plenty of universities offering Free writing courses online.’ - Alison
Irish. ‘Free Online Courses & Certification. ALISON offers free independent interactive multimedia training courses. Choose from our broad range of courses and start learning today’. - Deutschland-Fernstudium
Blog from Germany which has information about distance education among other topics. In German. - elearnuk
‘Distance learning & home study courses UK’. Also covers other aspects - FAQs, About Online Study, Advantages, etc.. - iTunes U
‘Puts the power of the iTunes Store to work for colleges and universities, so users can easily search, download, and play course content just like they do music, movies, and TV shows.’ You need to have installed iTunes, available from this site. Examples include the following.
- The Open University [UK]
‘Open educational resources Free from The Open University, the specialists in distance learning.’ - Trinity College Dublin
‘TCD on iTunes U contains interesting public lectures, sample course content, and a range of podcasts from the TCD community.’
- Online Degrees
‘We are the world’s largest independent provider of UK university distance learning qualifications’. They also have an American Branch which is found here. - Online MBA Degree Program
Links to programs in several countries including the US and the UK. - Online PhD Degree Programs
‘An international voluntary service that provides FREE educational advice and guidance to students from all over the world’. Check the left menu for specific areas. - Online PhD UK
‘This site will provide you the general information you seek with regard to the PhD programs in UK universities, the process involved in applying for and completing the programs, the different kinds of PhDs, and what funding is available’. - Open University Business School
UK, but worldwide access. - Open University of Hong Kong
Offers all postgraduate courses online. - Virtual Colleges on the Web
Links to virtual colleges and training sites. Most US-based.
Other Information
General Sites
- E-learning
Market for higher education, history, approaches to e-learning, technology issues, content issues, references, other links. From Wikipedia. - Elearnspace
‘This site and blog explore elearning, knowledge management, networks, technology, and community. Many resources exist for elearning, yet a model of how the pieces fit together is often missing. elearnspace has been organized to present a whole picture view of elearning. To get started, click an area of interest on the graphic, read The Whole Picture, or skim the site map’. - Journal of Online Learning and Teaching
‘A peer-reviewed, open access, online publication addressing the scholarly use of multimedia resources in online education’. - Online Learning Mag
American based magazine which looks at a wide range of aspects you should consider as well as history, changes and more. - Real Online Degrees
‘RealOnlineDegrees.com is here to help you untangle the often confusing and overwhelming world of online education. Through the use of articles, diagrams, charts, and easy-to-understand graphics, we breakdown online education into data that’s quick and easy to understand. We will save you time now and later by giving you everything you need to make the right choice for your future !’ - World Lecture Hall
‘Entry point to Free online course materials from around the world.’ - World Wide Learn
‘World’s largest directory of online courses, accredited online degrees, continuing education, online training and online education.’