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What is a foundation year?
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90% of LIBF graduates in paid employment or further study
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LIBF announces new strategic partnerships
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Steve Hill appointed as Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer of LIBF
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LIBF launches new integrated AI learning buddy "Syntea"
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Career opportunities with a business management degree
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What is a masters degree and how do you get one?
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Why choose cyber security as a career?
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Unlocking higher education: the LIBF and OCN London partnership
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How is LIBF different from The Open University?
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The best degrees for older adults
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LIBF Silver rated in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023)
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How to become a software developer: a career roadmap
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How to manage exam nerves: tips and strategies
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Data science degree: study guide
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The journey to an MBA: its duration, cost, and key steps to qualification
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Advantages and disadvantages of distance learning
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Computer science degree: study guide
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How much does a degree cost in the UK?
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What is data engineering? And how to become a data engineer
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What is an IT consultant and how to become one
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How to become a project manager: a career roadmap
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Starting a degree in January: what you need to know
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What is distance learning? A guide to distance learning degrees
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Balancing full-time work and study: strategies for full-time professionals
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How to become a data analyst: a data analyst career roadmap
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Is an MBA worth it?
Find your online degree
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