Studying as
an External student offers you maximum flexibility in planning
your studies; you can study at a time and place to suit
yourself using the introductory study materials provided by the University as
the starting point. These have been specifically commissioned
and written by academics of the University with the needs of
independent learners in mind.
Although you may study
independently, you may wish to network
with other registered students to plan a mutually supportive
study programme. In a growing number of countries there are
institutions which offer a range of
full-time, part-time, correspondence or online tuition. A
range of other study opportunities, and
support such as weekend courses or summer
schools may also be available.
When you first register as an
External student for the Diploma for Graduates in Finance, you
will receive:
- Studying for
a Degree in the Humanities and Social Sciences
by P. Dunleavy (Macmillan)
- a Student
handbook
- subject
guides for each unit studied
- past examination papers
and Examiners' reports
- an IOLIS: CD-ROM (for
certain legal units)
- a copy of the
Regulations
- access to the
University of London Online Library with a
comprehensive selection of links to relevant materials.
Each year you continue to
register as an External student, you will receive an updated
Handbook; the relevant course pack for any additional courses
you begin studying; any sample/past examination papers and
reports not previously received.
A note about
textbooks: In addition to the materials provided, you will be advised to buy some books,
and others you will need to refer to in a library. As far as
possible, you should consider the facilities available locally
to you, and how accessible books are likely to be before
registering as an External student.
