Don’t let jargon get in the way.

Terms used in admission and learning, explained simply.

Eligibility

Qualifications required for entry. Meeting minimum conditions does not guarantee an admission offer.

A defined part of an academic year. Check the number and schedule for the actual programme.

Units representing academic workload. Credits do not automatically transfer to another institution.

The base teaching fee. Examination, application, accommodation or other charges may be separate.

Open and Distance Learning. Materials, support and assessment arrangements depend on the programme.

Learning Management System: a platform for lessons, assignments and progress. Ask for a demonstration.

A focused area within a subject. Compare actual elective modules, not only the name.

Evidence of completing defined learning or assessment. A certificate is not automatically equivalent to a university degree.