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Online learning is a way of knowledge acquisition usually to obtain a qualification without needing to attend classes on campus. In most cases, it is aimed at people who wish to study for a qualification but can’t afford to stop working or leave other commitments to physically attend classes. Online programs by accredited institutions meet strict academic standards and are of equal value to traditional on-campus programmes in terms of entry requirements and workload with the only difference being the course delivery mode. These days, with advancement in different technologies that aid learning, students can earn international degrees from reputable institutions from their homes provided they have a functional computer and internet access. Online learning can support a wide range of teaching methods including those that simulate traditional modes of teaching where a student and a tutor interact within the confines of a classroom. For instance, lectures can be delivered in v...

Is there value in a graduate certificate or diploma? Sometimes, many students ask themselves this question also many students wish to further their study after graduation but are wary of the benefits. Here are five (5) reasons to help decide where postgraduate study could lead you. CAREER CHANGE Some students want to study something new at postgraduate level, but don’t want to commit to a bulky course before finding out whether it is something they will truly enjoy. As such, studying a Postgraduate Diploma allows applicants to dip their toes in the water without committing to a year of highly intensive study. NOT ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR A MASTER’S DEGREE? Not all routes to a master’s degree are the same. If you have the intention of completing a master’s degree, but don’t meet the entry requirements, look towards graduate diploma program. These qualifications tend to have different entry requirements to the master's but can be considered for admission into the maste...

Postgraduate education for many is the only sure way to stay on top of knowledge advancement and technological change, it is always reassuring to hear that a graduate has successfully completed or attended an upgrading program. We all seek, if not insist on, standards of excellence from a professional by the reassurance that such professional is well schooled in his or her profession by obtaining advance degree and certification. Sometimes, when we talk about what it means to be a professional, we imply to the following traits, prestige and influence, high income, licensure, the idea of service, a high code of ethics and many other values of being a professional. A medical doctor in the health sector in Nigeria derives his/her respect and power from the ability to cure or correct any physical problem in others. The doctor advance acquired skills gives him the ability to recognize, diagnose and cure almost every treatable disease on the planet earth. But what makes doctors differ...

Postgraduate education is an important level of education as it provides tertiary institutions with opportunities to build their academic worth, enhance research capabilities and financial profit. However, the credibility of Postgraduate (Pg) schools widely depends on the following factors: · The effective and efficient supervision of the Pg. students · Availability of well-equipped and comfortable environment for learning · Availability of quality research environment · Good administrative support services · Availability of well-trained lecturers Moreover, tertiary intuitions have a key role to play in ensuring these factors are efficiently utilized and carried out. Despite its enormous importance, teaching and learning through postgraduate supervision is not fully understood. As the high level of expectation of Pg. supervision is increasing. The supervisory role is becoming more challenging due to the fact that most Pg. students are coming from various cultural, economic, lin...

A common issue that students of Nigerian are dealing with is that they go abroad for higher education. After they complete their Masters or Ph.D. level degree they prefer to stay abroad and continue their job. Most of the students do not get higher education because they do not have the resources. It is better that you get an education in Nigeria rather than going abroad. Here are some of the amazing benefits that you will provide to your country by continuing your studies in Nigeria. Economic growth  The literacy rate of the country is directly associated with the economic growth. When you will get an education in Nigeria you will work in Nigeria as well that will improve the economic growth of the country. The reason is that you will use your talent to start a business and attract investors from around the world. With education, you will have the idea and motivation required to start your own business. It will help in the development of the country. More job opportunitie...