Studying online 

Studying online is just like taking a course at a university…but without the obligation to attend. You can listen to lectures at a time convenient for you. The programme will be managed online, but the structure and effort is similar to a regular course.

To summarize the differences and similarities:

• You will be able to download lectures and lecture notes from the internet
• You will be able to access and download required reading using the three University Libraries
• You will participate in online group discussions with your fellow students and staff using interactive interfaces
• You will get direct feedback during the course/module on your progress by doing formative tests.
• You will receive assignments online
• You are obliged to take the courses in a set sequence and in a specific semester
• You will take the exams after each course/module under supervision
• Most communication will be via the internet; however instructors will also be available by phone during designated office hours

The University of Adelaide uses remote teaching methods as standard mode of teaching for a large number of courses in the School for Medical Sciences. It increases access to education and flexibility of study. However, the course load is for 5 days a week for a full year. So it is not a programme that can be done in part-time.

Access to fast internet is of vital importance for this course.