Who we are
International Correspondence Schools Ltd (ICS Learn) is the
world's most experienced distance learning organisation. We have
been a pioneer in teaching skills and qualifications at a distance
for over 120 years, giving you the opportunity to learn while
earning and to fulfil your ambitions.
Our aim is to make learning as accessible as possible, allowing
you to get the skills, training and qualifications you want, in a
way that lets you decide when, where and how you learn. Whatever
your objectives are, we are here to help, support and guide you
through your journey.
In 1890 we pioneered a new way to learn, allowing people to
study on their own terms, from home, work or anywhere they wanted.
Today, we follow the same principles and use modern technology to
make learning even more effective and convenient for you. Distance
learning does not mean studying alone; we make sure you get all the
help and support you need and our tutors, mentors and course
advisors are here to answer any questions you may have so you never
feel alone.We are proud to have helped over 13 million people to
achieve their goals.
'We believed that every person with a spark of ambition in
their soul, dreams of someday reaching a goal that lies beyond and
above their present circumstances.'
G. Lynn Summer
Creator of ICS advertising in 1923
We offer more than 200 flexible courses for people with
different needs, interests and ambitions. So whether you're looking
to prepare for university, get a degree, change your career, fulfil
a passion or learn something completely new, we will help you get
where you want to be.
We work with a large number of professional bodies to provide
qualifications that are
respected and widely recognised, so what you learn with us matters
when it comes to finding a job, improving your skills or getting a
qualification. In fact, our qualifications are accredited by 22
awarding bodies and higher education institutions, including the
University of East London, Edinburgh Napier University, Edexcel,
Microsoft, CIPD, Aset, City and Guilds, BTEC - to name only a
few.
We are part of Cornelsen, which has made its home in the world
of learning for over 60 years and is a leader in education in
several countries, including Germany, Holland and the UK. Our
international success and the quality of our experience mean that
when you learn with us, you are assured of the best distance
learning experience and a recognised qualification.
Although we try to keep the price of our courses as low as
possible and offer flexible payment options,
you might still need some financial help. There is sometimes
funding that you might be eligible for, so please contact your
course advisors to see how we can help you achieve your goals at a
reduced price.
Our history
We have
been around for some time - 120 years in fact. Since being
established in 1890, we have gone through various incarnations and
currently have our head office in Glasgow, Scotland.
From our early beginnings in the US at the end of the 19th
century, we moved to the UK, and were based in London. Early images
and photos capture fascinating details of how businesses such as
ICS were run during those times.
Naturally we have changed over the years, although we are still
just as committed as ever to giving you the best learning
experience.
It's not just how people learn that has changed, but also
what they learn, as demonstrated by the materials from a previous
Steam Engine course we provided back in 1906. Modules included
Steam Engine Design and Simple and Compound Steam Engines.
As the century progressed, we enrolled our 10 millionth student
worldwide in 1993 and, to date, have helped over 13 million people
get to where they want to be.
Our partners - your guarantee
Obtaining a new qualification or new skills is only worthwhile
if it helps you get where you want to be. The qualifications
obtained through distance learning have the same value as the ones
obtained via traditional education.
We offer accredited qualifications recognised by employers all
over the world, but you get them in the way that suits you. And
don't forget that completing a distance learning course proves to
employers that you are self-motivated and can manage time
effectively.
With over 100 years of experience and 22 awarding body and
higher education institution partnerships, you can be sure of
achieving your ambitions with us.
We have established partnerships with two universities to offer
you a diverse choice of degree courses and learning structures to
suit your particular interests. This means that you will study with
us and the university so you can enjoy all the flexibility we offer
while being awarded the qualification by the university.
Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh Napier University is a dynamic, innovative and
forward-looking institution. As one of the largest higher education
institutions in Scotland, it has over 15,000 students from over 100
countries. As the leading provider of nursing in Scotland,
Edinburgh Napier has fully validated our BSc Nursing (top up)
degree giving you the assurance that your qualification will be
respected in the industry.
University of East London
Recognised as one of the UK's leading modern and vibrant
universities, with more than 23,000 students and over 100 years of
experience, UEL aims to instil enthusiasm for new ideas, knowledge
and methods of learning. We offer pre-entry to UEL distance
learning programmes so that, whatever your background or subject
choice, you will begin with a pre-entry unit and the first two
modules of a degree programme (as specified for each course). We'll
send you all the necessary materials and support you with
experienced tutors and mentors to get you off to a flying start.
After these first two modules that you study with us, you'll then
have a wider choice of modules and be supported directly by
UEL.
Learning with experts
When you start learning with us you can be sure of total
support throughout your
distance learning course. Should you need help at any time during
your course, we have a team of advisors, tutors and
mentors who have experience in helping students through their
courses.
Not only do our tutors, service team and mentors provide
assistance to students who encounter problems or just have a
question, but you also have access to your Student
Community, where you can access support and forums and
manage your account to help you fulfil your potential. You
can also keep up to date by following us on Facebook, Twitter and
YouTube.
We understand that finding the right course is an important
decision. Our Course Advisors will help you find the right course
at the right price and with the support you need. You can call them
free on
0800 056 3983
Monday to Thursday 8.30am
to 7.30pm and Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm or online through live
chat. They will be happy to talk you through your options.
For some courses, we also offer payment plans so you can pay for
your course in instalments, easing the burden on your finances.
Our qualifications
We offer over 200 flexible courses with a great range of
qualifications to fit your
goals.
Our courses
We offer over 200 flexible courses to suit your need. Browse our
courses in our A
to Z section and find the right one for you.
Our students
Learning something new brings a wide range of benefits. Of
course, improving your skills and qualifications can open doors to
a better job, further study or fulfilling a passion, but learning
provides a number of wider benefits too, creating new interests and
a new lease of life. As a result, there's no age limit for
learning.
Our students range from 10 years old to over 80 and although
they have different interests we have found the right course for
them so they can get the result they want.
We believe distance learning is the best way to fit your studies
around your life; you can study from home, from work or from
anywhere you want. Our students come from all over the world, from
Indonesia and Australia, through Brazil and Ghana all the way to
Norway. Although the majority of our students are based in the UK,
there are no borders when it comes to learning with us.