FAQs Online learning courses

You’ll study your degree in a virtual learning environment that uses the latest learning technology. Depending on your modules, you’ll benefit from a range of online study materials that may include:

• learning videos and podcasts

• an interactive module course book

• milestone quizzes

• extensive journal libraries.

We also incorporate up to date reports and case studies from industry into our courses.

Find out more about your digital campus and how you'll learn online.

Absolutely, studying online doesn’t mean studying alone. You’ll be part of a vibrant global community where you can connect with other students, share ideas, and support each other.

Our virtual campus offers tools like Viva Engage and the Course Feed, making it easy to collaborate, ask questions, and build relationships with classmates from all over the world. For detailed information on how you can interact with your peers, see our online community page.

No. All lessons and exams are online and there’s no need for you to come to London at any stage.

If you would like to visit our London campus, we’re excited to begin opening our campus to online degree students from Autumn 2025. We'll provide more information on how to book and the facilities you can use as we get nearer to the opening.

When you log into your digital learning environment, you’ll find information on all your modules, study materials, documents and dates. We’ll send you your log-in details to you on your chosen study start date.

Find out more about our digital learning environment: myCampus.

All you need is a reasonably up-to-date computer – desktop or laptop – with a stable internet connection and a webcam.

Other internet-capable devices, such as tablets or smartphones, will also be useful for studying on the go. However, you will need a laptop or computer for taking assessments and exams. For detailed information on the tech you'll need to study and take exams online, see our online learning page.

Yes. You’ll need to write a final thesis at the end of your studies. Your module lecturers and Study Coaches will be there to provide you with the support and guidance you need.

From Autumn 2025, we’ll be celebrating your incredible achievements through in-person graduation ceremonies in London, open to all online degree graduates. This is a fantastic opportunity to honour your dedication and success.

As the date of the first ceremony approaches, we'll provide all the details you need – including how to book your place, get tickets for friends and family, arrange your gown, and what to expect on the day.

Experience the excitement and strong tradition of our graduation ceremonies by exploring the highlights from our 2023 graduation ceremony.

At LIBF, our online courses are divided into 6-month semesters. Full-time students typically study four modules per semester, while part-time students take two or three. Each module is designed to offer a blend of self-paced study and flexible assessment options, allowing you to balance your education with other commitments.

Find out more about how our courses are structured, to plan your study time around your commitments.

You can choose to start your online undergraduate, postgraduate or MBA course on any day you choose.

If you're planning to apply for a tuition fee loan to fund your studies, you should allow at least 6 weeks for your application to be processed. This is important to remember when choosing your start date. Find out more in our guide to student finance.

You can begin studying on your chosen start date after completing the enrolment process. This includes accepting our offer, by signing and returning your study contract, and submitting any required documentation.

Once everything is finalised, we’ll send you your log-in details on your chosen start date, so you can access your course and start your learning journey.

Yes. Many of our students have work, family and other life commitments, so we have designed our online study programmes to take time constraints into account.

Find out more about how our part-time degrees are structured, and how you can use them to balance life and study: part-time degrees at LIBF.

The full-time study period for an undergraduate degree is three years. There are two part-time options: four or six years.

The full-time study period for our master’s and MBA degrees is 12 months. There are two part-time options: one and a half or two years.

Take a look at our online course structure guide to understand the differences and find the best fit for you.

Yes. You can apply for a leave of absence for legitimate personal reasons such as illness, bereavement, and other family or personal emergencies.

If you need to defer your studies or change your start date before you’ve started studying, reach out to a Study Advisor.

That will depend on your circumstances. If you're a current student, please contact the Student Office at service@libf.ac.uk to discuss whether this is possible in your case.

If you struggle with time management and/or motivation during your studies, you can reach out to your study coach for support.

For options and regulations of your contract, please contact the Student Office at service@libf.ac.uk.

Yes, personal support is a core part of your experience at LIBF. Here’s how we’ll support you throughout your studies: 

• Study Advisors: our team will guide you from the start, helping you choose the right course and supporting your application process. 

• Module lecturers: you’ll have direct access to your lecturers through the module Course Feeds. 

• Study Coaches: if you need help staying organised, motivated, or managing your time, your Study Coach will work with you to refine your study habits and strategies. 

• Administrative support: the Students Office is always on hand to assist with administration and answer any queries. 

Learn more about our student support services. 

Before you start, our Study Advisers will walk you through the application and enrolment process. Once you’ve started your studies, you can contact your Students Office who will take care of administration and answer any questions you might have.

And, of course, our IT Help Desk is always on hand to make sure that your virtual campus is working smoothly.

Yes, you’ll have access to academic support from your module lecturers. They’re available to help with your studies through your module Course Feeds, where you can ask questions and benefit from shared insights with fellow students. You can also reach out directly to your lecturer on MS Teams for questions that need individual attention.

You'll also have 24/7 access to Syntea, for every module with a course book. Syntea is your AI study assistant, available to support you with understanding complex concepts, and prepare for your assessments.

If you’re struggling to balance your studies with your other commitments, your personal study coach will help you with organisation, motivation and time management.

Study Coaching is a personalised process where a coach helps you understand and improve your study habits.

Your Study Coach will work with you to reflect on your study situation and support you with strategies like better time management, stronger motivation, and improved learning techniques.

Syntea is an additional study tool that complements the support you'll receive from your personal tutors and study coaches. Syntea is an AI learning buddy and study assistant, offering 24/7 assistance, personalised feedback, and features designed to enhance your learning and understanding of complex subjects.

By integrating Syntea into your study routine, you have the opportunity to enhance your academic performance and employability skills through cutting-edge AI technology.

Find out how you can study smarter with support from Syntea, your AI study assistant.

Yes, our online library is available through myCampus and gives you access to a wide range of resources to support your studies. You can search across multiple databases to find academic articles, eBooks, and statistics for your modules. Key databases include: 

• BASE: one of the largest academic databases. 

• ProQuest eBook Central: access eBooks on a variety of topics linked to your course. 

• EBSCO Databases: use Academic Search Ultimate for peer-reviewed articles, Business Source Ultimate for business research, and EBSCO eBooks for subject-specific content. 

• Statista: access global statistics on industries, companies, and countries. 

• VLebooks: find eBooks covering a range of subjects. 

Once you’re a student, our Library and Information Services team is here to help. They can support you with accessing resources, finding the right research tools, and solving technical issues. 

You’ll have access to extensive interactive study materials in our digital learning environment, some of which draw from examples of real-life business situations.

These include video tutorials, podcasts, interactive PDFs, presentations and e-books from our online library. For detailed information on the study materials you'll receive, see our online learning page.

Starting Autumn 2025, we're excited to also open our central London campus to our online degree students.

Located in the vibrant heart of the city, our campus will offer dedicated facilities tailored to enrich your educational journey. You’ll have opportunities to connect with fellow students, receive support from our staff, and immerse yourself in the bustling life of London – with its rich culture, cosy coffee shops, and inviting restaurants.

We'll provide more information on how to book and the facilities you can use as we get nearer to the opening in Autumn 2025.

Yes. You’ll be given an electronic student ID card. Once you’re a student, you can access this online through myCampus.

Yes. You can sign up for a variety of student discounts with your @libf.ac.uk email address.

These include UNiDAYS, Student Beans, Totum (NUS), ISIC and Amazon Prime Student.

Please note that not all discounts are available in all countries.

Exams are 100% online, giving you the flexibility to choose a time that works best for your schedule. You can book an exam slot 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, once you’ve passed your self-assessments.

To maintain academic integrity, all exams are monitored by a proctor via video and audio. They’ll ensure your exam environment and computer setup meet the necessary standards, so your achievements are recognised and respected.

Not all modules require an exam. For full details about your assessments, refer to the programme specification, which can be found on the webpage of the degree you’re interested in.

You have two options for sitting an online exam:

• reserve a fixed slot in advance, or

• choose one at short notice.

Slots are available 24 hours a day all year round.

When booking a slot, you’ll see all available dates from at least 24 hours ahead. You can then choose a time to sit your exam that fits in with your schedule.

Find out more about booking exams in our guide to online exams and assessments.

Exams last 90 minutes.

We’ll share your results on the learning platform about six weeks after you sit your exam.

If you fail a module, you’ll have one opportunity to re-sit an exam, or you can resubmit any failed parts of your assessment to achieve a passing grade. When re-sitting an exam, make sure you check for any changes to the syllabus that could affect the content of the assessment. If you pass the re-sit, your mark will be capped at the pass score for that assignment.

At LIBF, we’ll support you at every stage of your learning journey. Our flexible learning approach lets you prepare with mock exams, and you can take the real exam when you feel ready, giving you control and confidence. You’ll always have access to study coaching, both before and after your exams. Our module lecturers can also help you pinpoint areas for improvement with tailored feedback.

In many modules, you’ll have access to your AI-powered learning companion, Syntea. Whether you’re using the pre-assessment exam trainer features, or accessing 24/7 learning resources, Syntea is designed to support your success and help you make the most of your preparation.

No. Some modules require you to submit written work instead.

Find out more about the different assessment types you might experience in our guide to online exams and assessments.

Yes, assessments are an ongoing part of your learning. You’ll complete one assessment for each module, which helps you apply what you’ve learned and track your progress. Assessments are spread throughout your course, so you’ll complete them as you move through each module rather than all at once.

For full details about your assessments, refer to the programme specification, which can be found on the webpage of the degree you’re interested in.

Our online exams are carried out and supervised by an external provider, with whom you’ll need to book a time slot in advance (at any time of day you would like).

To take your exam, you will need to connect to the provider’s platform at the scheduled time, with either your laptop and an external webcam, set up so your keyboard, hands and face are visible from the side.

This is required in order to ensure that you take the exam without using any external help, such as contact with other people or using notes.

Find out more about how online exams work at LIBF.

If you’re a UK student you’ll receive an iPad preloaded with everything you need for your studies. You can use this throughout your course, and it will be our gift to you when you graduate.

For logistical reasons, we’re not able to provide this service to international students studying an online course at present. Should this change, we will let you know as soon as we can!

The dispatch of the iPad is through our external provider and usually takes around 8 weeks from your study start date, however this is subject to availability. Supply shortages from Apple may delay the delivery.

You will be informed of the dispatch of the iPad by e-mail and will receive the tracking number. This allows you to check the shipping status directly.

If you complete your degree according to the contract, you get to keep your iPad afterwards. When enrolling, you enter into a transfer of use agreement which states that the iPad becomes your property after graduation. In the application process, you confirm a corresponding agreement on transfer of use. It states that the iPad becomes your property after graduation. 

The iPad remains the property of LIBF for the duration of your contract. 

If your contract ends prematurely (for any reason), you are obliged to return the iPad in a functional state within one week.

For shipments within UK with the shipping service provider DPD, the costs of the return will be borne by LIBF if you sent an email with – Name, Mobile Number, Email Address, Full address, Serial Number and Model number to our service provider Stone Group ipadreturn@stonegroup.co.uk. Afterwards a shipping label generated and sent to you.

If you want to return your iPad, please follow the steps below:

1. Send an email to ipadreturn@stonegroup.co.uk with your name, mobile number, email, full address, serial number, and model number of your device.

2. Reset your device to factory settings and make sure the device is fully functional. Pack it carefully, including the original packaging as well as any additional equipment.

3. Hand the parcel over to your parcel delivery company:

• DPD: You will receive a return label from our service provider Stone for you to attach to the parcel. They will also send you information regarding the date and time when your device will be picked up. In this case, LIBF will cover the cost of shipping.

  
  

• Other parcel delivery firm or shipping from abroad: Make sure your package is insured before returning it. Contact Stone directly (ipadretum@stonegroup.co.uk) to receive the return address. In these cases, LIBF cannot cover the cost of shipping or reimburse the cost of shipping.

Please note that when shipping from outside the UK, an additional customs declaration is required from the country of origin.

If you have any questions about shipping your device, please contact your local post office and/or shipping service provider.

The iPad we provide is perfect for studying on the go. You can use it to access myCampus, read course materials, and stay connected with your tutors and peers.

However, you’ll still need access to a laptop or desktop computer to:

• complete assignments that require advanced software.

• take online exams.

• use certain tools that are better suited for a larger screen.

Before you start studying, make sure you have a reliable laptop or desktop computer available so you can complete all aspects of your course successfully.

In principle, we provide you with the iPad so that you can use it for your studies.

If you want to watch your favourite series or shop online with your iPad, you can do this with your Apple ID and download it from the App Store. Please note that it may be necessary to access or delete installed apps and any data you saved or to reset the device and/or apps to factory settings to maintain IT security and to process the return, repair or transfer of ownership or if you lose your device.

If you install personal apps on the device and save private data, private data may also be accessed or deleted in the process.

We therefore recommend that you make sure that personal data is saved separately and securely (e.g. in a cloud, on an external hard drive, etc.).

If you don’t have a home address in the UK, you can receive an iPad by submitting an address within the UK.

The iPad remains the property of LIBF for the duration of your studies. As soon as you have successfully completed your studies, we will give you the iPad as a present, meaning that it becomes your property.

Unfortunately, this is not possible as the iPad represents an additional service from LIBF.

Discover our undergraduate and postgraduate entry requirements. We consider each application and individual set of circumstances on a case-by-case basis. If you're unsure if you meet the admissions criteria, get in touch and we'll talk through it with you.

If English is not your native language, you must provide proof of English proficiency. Full details can be found in our entry requirements.

Yes, you can still apply for a master’s course without an undergraduate degree. We consider all aspects of your application, and may invite you for an interview (in person, by phone, or video call).

If you’re unsure whether you qualify for the course that interests you, please get in touch.

• Email: onlinedegree@libf.ac.uk

• Phone: +44 (0)20 3936 4055

Yes. Work experience is not a requirement.

If you have any concerns or questions about your eligibility for the programme, please get in touch.

• Email: onlinedegree@libf.ac.uk

• Phone: +44 (0)20 3936 4055

You’ll find all the information you need to complete your application on our How to apply page. Click here to go directly to the online application.

Our Study Advisory Team will also be happy to guide you through the application process.

You can contact them by:

email: onlinedegree@libf.ac.uk

phone:  +44 20 3936 4055.

The total fees are: 

• £20,805 for an undergraduate course  

• £9,750 for a postgraduate master’s course  

• £10,250 for an MBA.  

No. The course is 100% online and there is no need for you to travel to the UK.

LIBF is a recognised higher education institution, fully approved by the Office for Students (OfS) and the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA). While ‘university’ isn’t part of our name, we hold Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP) from the UK government, meaning our degrees carry the same value and recognition as those from any higher education provider with “university” in their name. You can be confident our courses meet the highest standards of quality and integrity.

Find out more about our Degree Awarding Powers.

LIBF is one of only a few professional bodies in the world with Taught Degree Awarding Powers. It is listed in the UK’s Office for Students Register as a higher education provider and has been awarding degrees since 2010. Its main campus is in London.

Yes. LIBF is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS) and must comply with all OfS' Conditions of Registration. We are also a member of The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA).

With over 140 years of combined business, finance, and technology expertise, LIBF presents a unique fusion of knowledge and experience. We provide students with a flexible learning environment, enriched with state-of-the-art study materials and personalised one-to-one support.

Yes. UK higher education enjoys an excellent reputation worldwide for the quality of its teaching.

As a UK registered higher education provider, we meet rigorous UK standards. We are also an internationally-recognised professional body. This means that an LIBF degree will open doors for you - wherever in the world you are based.

Once enrolled, you will be expected to meet LIBF's policies and standards.

Our graduates typically work in business, technology, banking or financial services. For many, the next step is a promotion in their current role or a graduate trainee scheme in corporate, commercial, investment or retail finance companies.

Others join one of the ‘Big Four’ professional services firms – PwC, KPMG, EY and Deloitte – pursue a career in wealth and asset management or start their own business.