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For over 140 years, LIBF has provided top-tier bachelor’s, master's, and MBA programs, part and full-time, for UK and international students. Their industry-leading faculty prioritizes practical skills through real-life case studies within business, data science, and finance. Distance learning allows international and UK-based students to study for an LIBF degree 100% flexibly and 100% online. Studying at your own pace allows you to combine studies with a full-time job or other commitments.

LIBF has been a respected name in British education for over 140 years. They provide bachelor’s, master’s, and MBA degree courses for UK and international students part-time and full-time. As a smaller higher education institution with a faculty of industry professionals, LIBF is ideally placed to help you on your career journey – they’ve helped thousands of students around the world to do just that.

Their courses provide the skills you need for a career in business, management, data science, and finance with a strong emphasis on practical skills taken from real-life case studies. Additionally, LIBF offers resources such as podcast channels covering the latest news, career advice, and interviews with leading figures in the finance and business world, as well as free webinar sessions.

What is distance learning?

Distance learning allows international and UK-based students to study for an LIBF degree 100% flexibly and 100% online. Studying at your own pace allows students to combine studies with a full-time job or other commitments.

Why study at LIBF?

LIBF has a reputation for excellent teaching that meet practical needs. When you study with them, you'll learn from academics who've enjoyed successful careers – experienced industry leaders who'll share their experiences with you to enrich your learning. And when you join LIBF, you join a global community of professionals and alumni that can help support you at any stage of your career.

What is the LIBF’s history?

Back in 1879, there were no qualifications for bank workers and very few opportunities to progress. United by the need for professional recognition for their skills and experience, a small group of banking professionals set up the first Institute of Bankers in England and Wales which later became LIBF.

Today, LIBF provides students all over the world with everything they need to learn flexibly online, anywhere, and is the only professional body in the world with taught degree awarding powers. They have a global community of students and alumni spanning over 120 countries.

Benefits of Learning With LIBF

Totally flexible learning

Fit learning around your life but study in a structured way, using a flexible online approach with full support from your lecturers and tutors. Learn part-time or full-time – at your own pace, fully online, anywhere.

Over 140 years of expertise

Upgrade your expertise with the skills of the future. To help you succeed and progress your career, LIBF is combining their long history of education in finance, business and banking with the up-to-the-minute online learning platform.

Innovative personalised learning

Learn on your own terms. Gain the skills you need to reach your full potential and achieve your ambitions. You’ll have support, as well as access to advanced digital learning tools and practical real-life expertise.

Rewarding your ambition

Online learning is an affordable, tailored option that fits your lifestyle. The fees for LIBF‘s online degrees are spread over the length of your chosen programme, making it easier for you to manage your finances.

LIBF online courses

We offer 43 online distance-learning courses:

  • 13 at undergraduate level
  • 10 at undergraduate level with foundation year
  • 19 at postgraduate level
  • 1 MBA

Fees are split up over your chosen study duration and are the same in total whether you study full-time or part-time.

Online undergraduate courses

Courses marked with * are available with an integrated foundation year

The total cost of our online undergraduate courses is £20,805 (or £6,935 a year, full-time).

The total cost of our online undergraduate courses with foundation year is £26,565 (or £6,641 a year, full-time).

  • BSc (Hons) Artificial Intelligence*
  • BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems*
  • BSc (Hons) Business Management*
  • BSc (Hons) Business Psychology
  • BSc (Hons) Computer Science*
  • BSc (Hons) Cyber Security*
  • BSc (Hons) Data Science*
  • BSc (Hons) Digital Business*
  • BSc (Hons) Entrepreneurship*
  • BSc (Hons) Global Healthcare Management
  • BSc (Hons) Hospitality Management
  • BSc (Hons) BSc International Management*
  • BSc (Hons) Software Development*

Online postgraduate courses

The total cost of our online postgraduate courses is £9,750, or £10,250 for an online MBA course.

  • MSc Artificial Intelligence
  • MSc Business Information Systems
  • MSc Business Intelligence
  • MSc Business Psychology
  • MSc Computer Science
  • MSc Cyber Security
  • MSc Data Management
  • MSc Data Science
  • MSc DevOps and Cloud Computing
  • MSc Digital Product Management
  • MSc Entrepreneurial Strategies
  • MSc Marketing Management
  • MSc Finance and Accounting
  • MSc Global Healthcare Management
  • MSc Information Technology Management
  • MSc International Human Resource Management
  • MSc International Management
  • MSc Management (with specialism)
  • MSc Project Management
  • MBA

Duration of courses

Students can take the LIBF online courses on a full or part-time basis.

While the study period for a bachelor’s degree is three years, there are two flexible part-time options lasting either four or six years. Similarly, the full-time study period for their master’s and MBA degrees is 12 months, but you can take them part-time over 18 months or two years.

Bachelor’s courses:

  • 2 subjects at A-Level or equivalent. GCSE Maths and English Grade C (4) or above
  • English language: IELTS Level 6 or above with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent)
  • Work experience can be considered as an alternative to academic qualifications.

Master’s and MBA courses:

  • Lower second-class honors degree (Grade C or 50-59%) and above or equivalent – from a recognized institution. The overseas qualification will need to be verified through ECCTIS (UK ENIC)
  • English language: IELTS Level 6.5 or above with no element below 6.0 (or equivalent)
  • Work experience is not a requirement but can be considered as an alternative to academic qualifications.

English language requirements

  • IELTS: Level 6 or above
  • TOEFL: minimum 80 points
  • Trinity College ISE: ISE III at the minimum pass. Please note that Trinity College ISE academic results are only valid for two years.
  • Duolingo English test: minimum 95 points. Take Duolingo’s online English test. It takes just 45 to 60 minutes, and you’ll receive your results within two days. You can then send your certificate to LIBF
  • Cambridge Certificate: minimum B grade overall.

LIBF is a registered provider with the Office for Students.

International students can receive up to 60% reduction in tuition fees.

Join our free webinar about studying with LIBF!

Register for a webinar that fits your schedule. Let’s begin this educational journey together, unlocking your potential and beyond. All webinars are conducted on Zoom and commence at 6.00pm UK time

Why study at LIBF?

At LIBF, our 100% online degrees are built just for you. You can study what you love at undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation level, with exceptional support at every step.

Whether you’re juggling work, family, or personal commitments, you’ll have the freedom to learn at your own pace, sit your exams when you want and shape education around your unique schedule.

Choose our accredited degrees, and benefit from Silver-rated teaching (TEF) that reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality education that helps you reach your goals – no matter where you are on your journey.

Student life and facilities

At LIBF, we’ve transformed online learning with our digital campus, designed to support your studies from start to finish. It’s created to fit your life, not the other way around.

You’ll access engaging, interactive materials. And our module lectures, study coaches, and a global network of fellow students means you’re never alone on your journey. Plus, when it’s time to plan your career, our dedicated team will help you navigate your next steps with confidence.

In Autumn 2025, our central London campus will open its doors to online degree students, offering you opportunities to connect with peers, staff, and study in the heart of London. When graduation comes, we’ll be there to celebrate your achievements together, in person.

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