When you say ‘university’ what comes to mind? Lectures, campus library, or the Student Union and cheesy drunken nights out at Oceana…? Whilst getting qualifications through higher education is a rite of passage that many of us will attribute to successful jobs, this traditional route (and its hefty fees) may no longer be necessary. Although ‘study from home’ courses have always been available, they have never been the conventional route to take. We’re here to tell you that things have changed, and that the paths to creating your own destiny, are now endless.
The tricky part seems to be, where to go to for the optimal at home learning experience. We’ve done our research; taking into consideration different needs from our team’s versatile backgrounds, to bring you our top 5 learning platform sites. Just remember to tag @wearehoi when you’ve become the next best thing in your sector ;)
SKILLSHARE - @skillshare
You’re likely already very familiar with LinkedIn and have your own profile, it’s as important as having a CV in today’s tech-forward world. Well they haven’t stopped there. LinkedIn is now providing learning resources, from introductory videos to full certifications. These learning tools provide us with just as much accessibility and ease as its big sister, without overwhelming the user with the strains of a full academic course. Think of this site as your go to for improving skills, and diversifying industry knowledge, rather than picking up a whole new qualification. Super handy for businesses looking to extend their services.
2-months free premium trial; & continue for either £13 per month on a rolling subscription or £84 for the year. (£7 per month).
LINKEDIN LEARNING - @linkedinlearning
You’re likely already very familiar with LinkedIn and have your own profile, it’s as important as having a CV in today’s tech-forward world. Well they haven’t stopped there. LinkedIn is now providing learning resources, from introductory videos to full certifications. These learning tools provide us with just as much accessibility and ease as its big sister, without overwhelming the user with the strains of a full academic course. Think of this site as your go to for improving skills, and diversifying industry knowledge, rather than picking up a whole new qualification. Super handy for businesses looking to extend their services.
1 month free trial / £28.98p/month after.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY - @generalassembly
For the less conventional student, HOI loves what they’re doing at GA. Specialising and focusing on today’s thriving career industries, such as Code and Data Science, GA aim to “pioneer accelerated training models to empower underrepresented communities in tech and adults with low income.” With the options to either study online or on campus in Aldgate, the freedom to create your own journey of self-improvement is at the heart of this institute. Coined as a pioneer in the “Classroom to career revolution” by Forbes, it’s plain to see GA are making waves. Before you enroll, there are plenty of free workshops online (live) and introductory classes, to help you decide which road to take.
Prices range from £150 - £16,000, in correlation to the length of the courses, ranging anything from 2 days to 3 months.
EDX - @edxonline
Partnered with the Russell group Ivy League universities of the world, and covering vast subjects from philosophy to computer sciences and the arts, EDX means business. This site is as close as you can get to an institutional learning experience, from your laptop. With academic professors at your disposal, teaching you via pre-recorded virtual lectures, this platform may be better suited to the disciplined academics. The courses are however ‘self-paced’, with a range of certification choices.
Certified courses range from £1,000 to £20,000.
However, the majority of courses online are available for free – without the certification.
THE DO LECTURES - @thedolectures
Last but not least, we’ve thrown in a wild card. We describe The Do Lectures as the people’s TED, bringing inspiration to your life. The self-proclaimed ‘encouragement network’ gives us something the world can never have enough of; hopefulness. Led by you; the change-makers, you; the rebels leading industries into new realms, bringing something new to the table. These captivating talks have brought some of the most fascinating minds together, for ground-breaking talks and seminars in the picturesque surroundings of coastal Wales. Think poetry stage at Glasto meets TedTalks, we’re dreaming of heading here to find inspiration for our next eureka moment!
Virtual Talks are Free, Online courses from £195, Workshops range from £550 for one day, to £1750 for a 3 day seminar. (This includes food and drink throughout the seminar, and amenities. However accommodation is not included, but you are able to camp on the grounds!)
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