Distance Learning at Goldsmiths

The University of London International Programmes

In addition to the wide range of degrees and diplomas available to students attending Goldsmiths on a full or part-time basis, Goldsmiths also provides a selection of distance learning programmes through its association with the University of London International Programmes.

The University of London International Programmes has been offering a variety of University of London degrees worldwide since 1858 to those unable to attend university in person. Famous alumni include Charles Dickens, Derek Walcott and Nelson Mandela. More than 100 programmes are currently available, studied by over 40,000 students in over 180 countries.

Lead Colleges, drawn from the various colleges that make up the University of London, provide the academic leadership for the University of London International Programmes. The Lead Colleges devise and provide students with study materials for their course(s). Students can sit their examinations in London, or in over 150 countries worldwide.

Goldsmiths is the Lead College for two subject areas, Computing and English, and offers the following programmes:

• BSc in Computing & Information Systems
• Diploma in Computing & Information Systems
• BSc in Creative Computing
• Diploma in Creative Computing
• BA in English
• Diploma in English

All degrees and diplomas offered through the University of London International Programmes are awarded by the University of London. As the Lead College for Computing and English, Goldsmiths is responsible for all academic aspects of the qualifications offered.

Goldsmiths academics and administrative staff develop each course syllabus, write subject guides, prepare and mark examinations. Some international teaching institutions are directly advised and accredited by the Department of Computing at Goldsmiths.

Staff at the University of London International Programmes deal with all student administration, including enquiries and application, registration and despatch of study materials.