Can I make private notes within FutureLearn?
We may introduce private note taking in the future. At the moment we are focusing on developing a shared learning experience. Most people have their own preferred way of taking …
How can I find out more about a course before it starts?
We publish descriptions of our courses, along with trailers which give an insight into the areas to be explored during the course. Where necessary, educators also provide a recommended reading …
Category: Course content & features, faq
Do you provide subtitles for your video content?
Yes. You will find a downloadable transcript underneath each video and subtitles are available within the video player as you watch.
Category: faq, Technology and accessibility
How can I report inappropriate behaviour?
The FutureLearn community is reactively moderated, which means that comments will not necessarily be reviewed unless reported by other users. If you see a comment or an aspect of a …
Category: Course content & features, faq
How much do you charge for shipping?
We don’t charge you anything in addition to the advertised price of our products for shipping. The cost of shipping certificates to you is incorporated into the price of our …
Category: Certificates and Statements, faq, Upgrading
When will I get my Statement or Certificate?
Providing you have upgraded, you’ll be able to view your digital Statement/Certificate as soon as you become eligible. Depending on where you’re located, you’ll receive your printed counterparts around six …
Category: Certificates and Statements, faq
I have a disability and can’t go to a test centre. What are my options?
We are making every effort to provide test centres which are within reach of learners worldwide, and are able to make some accommodations to allow candidates with disabilities a fair …
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In which currencies do you accept payment?
We accept payments in British pounds (GBP £), United States Dollars (USD $), Euros (EUR €) and Australian Dollars (AUD $). Prices displayed in currencies other than British pounds have been …
Category: Certificates and Statements, faq, Making payment, Upgrading
Why can I skip ahead on some courses, but not others?
We are experimenting with different approaches to publishing material from courses during our beta phase. Most courses will be published all at once, but for some courses, we will be …
Category: Course structure & pacing, faq
Do I need to be available at specific times?
Generally, no. The courses are split into weeks, each week contains several activities, and these are made up of short tasks that you can do at a time (and pace) …
Category: Course structure & pacing, faq
How much time should I expect to devote to each course?
Typically a FutureLearn course will require two to six hours per week, including time to join in conversations and pursue options for deeper study. However, if you’re at all worried, …
Category: Course structure & pacing, faq
Where can I see my course progress?
When studying a course, you can see an overview of your progress by clicking on the ‘Progress’ tab at the top of the page.
Category: Course assessment and completion, faq
Do you only offer multiple choice questions?
We currently provide some simple tools for assessing what you know. We include multiple choice quizzes to help you check you’ve understood the content or the course material and tests …
Category: Course assessment and completion, faq
Who can see my profile?
By default, only signed in learners will be able to see each others’ profiles. You also have the option to make your own FutureLearn profile public and discoverable through internet …
Category: faq, Social and sharing
Can I share what I’m learning on Facebook and Twitter?
Yes! Many FutureLearn course materials are available to view and browse without being signed in to the course, so you can can share interesting articles and videos with friends via …
Category: faq, Social and sharing
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