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The SCHOLAR programme
The SCHOLAR programme is probably the largest online learning programme
in the world with over 50,000 registered students in Scottish secondary
schools. It provides online educational resources and a ' virtual college'
support network.
Drawing on its special expertise in interactive and distance learning,
SCHOLAR materials have been specially written by subject specialists
from schools, colleges and the university. They bring together
the best of innovative learning with tried-and-tested educational approaches.
About Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University is the eighth oldest higher education institution
in the UK. It originated as the School of Arts of Edinburgh in 1821
and, in 1966, became a University by Royal Charter. More than a quarter
of our 7000 on-campus students in Scotland are from outside the UK
and this international focus is also demonstrated by the 10,000 students
worldwide studying on our international programmes. Heriot-Watt has
four student campuses: three in Scotland - Edinburgh, the Scottish
Borders and Orkney - and a campus in Dubai.
Heriot-Watt has an internationally renowned expertise in distance
learning and computer-supported open learning.
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