Industry feedback indicates that the financial and time commitment of a full time MSc can be incompatible with work demands and personal obligations. They pose significant barriers to accessing MSc-level training so distance learning programmes are ideal for people who cannot take time off to study full time.

Principles of Genetic Improvement offers users flexibility, as the self-paced and self-assessed course can be used at work or home, at anytime. Self-paced learning allows users to quickly browse material they have already mastered, and concentrate time and effort in areas containing new information. Unlike traditional classroom-based courses, users can study materials at their leisure and at their own personal speed and intensity.

Principles of Genetic Improvement is available globally so international clients can benefit from the course. The world renowned contents have been adapted from a module of a University of Edinburgh MSc which annually attracts students from around the globe.