A-Levels & GCSEs
Study GCSEs and A-Levels online at your own pace. Sit exams at an approved centre near you.
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GCSE Maths
Study GCSE Maths online and sit your exam at an approved centre.
GCSE English
Study GCSE or IGCSE English Language online, with exam at an approved centre.
A-Level Biology
Study A-Level Biology online, ideal for university entry to science and medical degrees.
A-Level Maths
Study A-Level or International A-Level Maths online at your own pace.
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Learner Stories
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Katie's Story
“Setting up to study an additional A-level could not have gone smoother — Lucas answered all my questions and made the process genuinely easy.”
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“It has been a great journey so far — I've learned at my own pace and genuinely absorbed a lot more than I did at school.”
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“learndirect is the future for those who need to work and get higher education at the same time — it's made my degree ambition actually realistic.”
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learndirect Pathways offers qualifications across a range of subject areas.
Access to HE
13 coursesAccess to HE diplomas are nationally recognised Level 3 qualifications designed for adults who want to study at university but don’t have traditional A-levels.
Health & Social Care
2 coursesProfessional qualifications for careers in adult care, social care, and healthcare leadership. Nationally recognised and workplace-relevant.
Teaching & Childcare
4 coursesQualifications for careers in early years education, teaching assistance, and further education teaching. From Level 3 to Level 5.
Management & Leadership
2 coursesCMI-accredited management and leadership qualifications for aspiring and experienced managers. Recognised globally by employers.
Functional Skills
3 coursesEssential English and maths qualifications recognised by employers and universities. Equivalent to GCSEs at Grade 4/C.
Online Degree Pathways
3 coursesGovernment-backed Level 4/5 qualifications. Study 100% online, fully funded through Student Finance. Progress to a full degree at a top university.
Dental Nursing
1 courseTrain as a GDC-registered Dental Nurse with the NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice of Dental Nursing. 100% online theory, real placement, complete in 12–18 months.
Quantity Surveying
1 courseStudy Years 1 and 2 of a Quantity Surveying degree online. SEG Awards Level 4+5 Diplomas, Ofqual-regulated. Progress to a BSc (Hons) top-up at a UK university of your choice, then on to MRICS via the RICS APC.
Veterinary Physiotherapy
1 courseQualify as a Veterinary Physiotherapist with hydrotherapy bundled in. Advanced degree-equivalent Ofqual-regulated Level 6 Diploma covering land and water-based treatment for canine and small animal patients. Online theory plus practical training days. 36 months access.
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