futher education

[ferrador]

i am thinking of furthering my education and have been told Middleham University does some excellent courses , the trouble is living in portugal i cannot find it , i have been assured it is a recognised British University , can anybody please help me ?
chris

 

[Ali2]

Hmm, who told you that? The fact that you can't find it is a big clue.

Have a look at this opinion of it - I'd steer clear!!

http://www.degreeinfo.com/accredita...hools/19567-middleham-university-goatbag.html

It's one of those crappy 'institutions' that'll sell ya whatever you want. It won't be worth the paper its written on and won't be taken seriously by anyone you may want to be taken seriously by.

 

[pixie]

Ferrador, what are you wanting to study? Are you planning on moving to the UK or doing distance learning?

 

[ferrador]

if that is the case ,why have so many people here invested thousands of pounds doing courses based on qualified instructors from there ?
chris

 

[ThePony]

Prob best to ask those you know who have paid the money tbh. It is not a well regarded university over here and not a place I would give any of my money to.
If you let us know the answer to Pixie's question then I'm sure there are lots of people who will be able to help you out. Loads of present and past students on here!

 

[ferrador]

i already work sometimes in the uk, i am thinking of doing the degree course at Myerscough , but several say that Middleham graduates have the best following
chris

 

[Ali2]

Cos they got sucked in? Wanted a quick qualification? Something for 'nothing' (relatively, a couple of grand but little time investment)?

What do you want to study? If it is for distance learning then I'd try OU first.

Really, it is not worth investing money and time in an awarding body which has zero respect in the wider community - just makes you look like a wally. If you really want to further your education and get a qualification then use a recognised establishment

.ac.uk is a big clue to a decent academic establishment. Middleham.ac.uk, middleham-university.ac.uk, middlehamuniversity.ac.uk do not exist!

Much respect if you do go complete a degree while still working - not something I could entertain these days

 

[ferrador]

thank you everybody , i now understand and can see the full picture , god help the horseworld
chris