openPR Logo
Press release

Kaplan Open Learning launches incentives for new open degree course students

11-23-2010 02:54 PM CET | Science & Education

Press release from: Kaplan Open Learning

Kaplan Open Learning

Kaplan Open Learning

Anyone who is considering taking a degree course is advised to do so this January before the large-scale changes to education funding take effect. In the light of these changes, Kaplan Open Learning, who provide online degree courses in partnership with the University of Essex, announce a new “Refer a Friend” incentive scheme for new students.

Major changes to education funding which are due to take effect in September 2012 will affect thousands of people considering going into higher education. This means that this January’s courses are more important than ever before. As an extra encouragement to potential new students Kaplan Open Learning has launched a “Refer a Friend” offer for anyone taking their distance learning course.

The government have proposed major changes in higher education funding which are due to take effect in September 2012. These sweeping changes mean it has never been a better time to study for a higher education qualification.

Any students who start courses in 2011 will be part of an elite group who will be amongst the last to benefit from government funding. The understanding amongst education experts is that those who are already studying prior to September 2012 are likely to be unaffected by the proposed changes, so the strong advice from Kaplan is to complete any courses as swiftly as possible.

The Academic director for Kaplan Open Learning commented: “These are the biggest changes to education funding for many years and the cost of investing in a degree course will put many people off. Many of our courses are vocational and incredibly valuable for people embarking on new career paths, or wanting to move up the ladder – it would be a crying shame if such people put their education plans back on hold.”

The Kaplan Open Learning “Refer a Friend” scheme will reward any new students that are recommended with £50 Amazon vouchers. Full details can be found at the Kaplan Open Learning website http://www.kaplanopenlearning.org.uk/

Kaplan are now enrolling for the next intake on the 11th January, and there is no time like the present to start a degree course with KOL.

About Kaplan, Inc.
Kaplan, Inc. is a leading international provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools and businesses. Kaplan is a subsidiary of The Washington Post Company (NYSE: WPO). For more information, please visit http://www.kaplan.com.

About the University of Essex
The University of Essex is one of the UK’s leading academic institutions, consistently ranking among the top 12 universities in the country for the quality of its research and teaching. Founded in 1964, it has more than 9,000 students drawn from around 130 countries. For more information, please visit www.essex.ac.uk.

Philip McGuin, Kaplan Open Learning
0113 388 8867
p.mcguin@kaplanopenlearning.org.uk
West One,
Wellington Street,
Leeds, LS1 1BA

This release was published on openPR.

Permanent link to this press release:

Copy
Please set a link in the press area of your homepage to this press release on openPR. openPR disclaims liability for any content contained in this release.

You can edit or delete your press release Kaplan Open Learning launches incentives for new open degree course students here

News-ID: 152862 • Views:

More Releases from Kaplan Open Learning

Courses for Forces - Soldiers turn to studying online
Courses for Forces - Soldiers turn to studying online
Online education specialist, Kaplan Open Learning, has seen an influx of ex-service men and women completing a degree course to further a new career. Leaving the Services through retirement or injury can often leave an individual with feelings of uncertainty or lack of motivation for their future outside of the world they have been used to. An increasing number of students who study through Kaplan Open Learning have been in
Online distance learning provides education solution for Armed Forces
Online distance learning provides education solution for Armed Forces
Increasing numbers of military personnel are turning to online distance learning, reports Kaplan Open Learning. This method of learning is the most effective way to continue with essential education while dealing with the unique daily pressures of life in the Armed Forces. For military personnel, continuing with education is essential, not only for developing careers within the Armed Forces; it is also one of the best ways to boost employment prospects
Landmark for Kaplan Open Learning: First online degree students graduate
Landmark for Kaplan Open Learning: First online degree students graduate
Online degree students meet for the first time at their graduation at the University of Essex London – August 2010 – There have been celebrations at the online higher education college, the University of Essex as the first set of Foundation and Bachelor’s degrees graduates from Kaplan Open Learning met for the first time at their graduation ceremony. The graduates studied their degrees entirely online through Kaplan Open Learning, which

All 4 Releases


More Releases for January

Ordorite software exhibits in January Furniture Show, NEC Birmingham on 19-22 Ja …
Ordorite is delighted to exhibiting at the January Furniture Show at National Exhibition Center in Birmingham. This is going to be an event where serious buyers and exhibitors come together to do business in the heart of the UK. It is being seen industry’s most important and comprehensive event. Ordorite furniture retail software is the all-in-one retail management software specifically built and designed to help furniture and bedding retailers manage all
Knicker Locker's Big January Sale
Knicker Locker will be having some fantastic online offers starting from the 1st January 2019. As part of our January sale, we will have up to 40% off seasonal lingerie including brands, Huit, Freya and Wacoal. This includes camisoles, basques, mastectomy bras and sports bras. We will also be offering a clearance sale with up to 50% off all our gorgeous nightwear collection and even up to 40% off designer swimwear just
Aspose.Newsletter January 2018: Holidays Offer on Aspose.Total will End 31st Jan …
Aspose Newsletter for January 2018 has now been published that highlights all the newly supported features offered in the recent releases. Special Holidays Offer of 25% Off on Aspose.Total for .NET, Java, Android, SharePoint, SSRS & JasperReports has been extended till January 31st, so hurry up. It also includes information about new JavaScript API for Manipulating and rendering MS Excel spreadsheets, Aspose.Pdf, Aspose.Words & Aspose.Email for .NET supports .NET
UK House Prices Drop in January
House prices dropped by 0.2 per cent in January according to Nationwide’s latest house price index. The average house price is £162,228 and the decrease in property prices follows the second monthly fall in a row after a 0.2% fall was recorded in December 2011. However house prices remain 0.6% higher than they did a year ago. Possible lessening numbers of homes coming onto market means prices are likely to drop
TheMoveChannel.com's Investment Property Watch - January 2008
Prime real estate in emerging locations was the flavor of the month in December on TheMoveChannel.com, with some unusual destinations dominating the top 10 list of investment properties on the site. December’s top ten makes interesting reading, as it shows that prospective investors are fearlessly ignoring established markets like France and Spain, broadening their horizons and scouring far flung destinations for their next big property investment. With Bulgaria’s newly anointed position as
Analytiqa: Logistics Bulletin: Friday 26th January
This week\'s Logistics Bulletin reports on joint ventures and M&A activity from across the globe. Kerry Logistics and TALKE Logistic Services have signed a joint venture agreement to provide a full range of specialist chemical logistics services throughout mainland China. In the US, Swift Transportation is to be acquired in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately US$2.74 billion. Swift operates the largest truckload fleet in the US with over 17,900