Non-Credit Bearing Courses
Looking for an affordable course?
Non-Credit-Bearing courses are a modestly priced alternative to accredited modules, for students who would simply like to learn about a subject with a university, without having to complete assessments or commit time and money to a long-term accredited programme.
How does it work?
NCBs adhere to the same high standards as accredited modules and are written and taught by University tutors and PhD students, but - as they do not award credits or count towards degrees - there are no compulsory assessments, and students can study each course alone or in any combination without long-term commitment. They are an excellent introduction or re-introduction to study.
Our online courses use a password-protected discussion area, where students can interact with the tutor and each other, answering questions presented by the course material and benefiting from tutor feedback. Technical support is provided and we welcome students from all over the world who are new to online learning and those who have never studied with a university before.
We are also introducing 'blended learning' courses in Creative Writing which combine online material with a face-to-face day school.