University Campus
We are providing regular information and support to all our current and prospective students.
Full-time students
We have now returned to face-to-face teaching and are welcoming students back onto campus. This academic year we are using both our Lovat Lane campus and Peninsular House to deliver teaching.
In line with government guidance, we do not have any social distancing measures currently in place, however, if you feel more comfortable in wearing a mask in lectures/seminars or moving around our buildings please feel free to do so.
Following positive feedback from students, we have retained some elements of online provision, such as the introductory videos to weekly topics and online assessments, alongside the extra mental health support we’ve put in place.
You can now contact the HEP team at the support desk on 4th floor of Lovat Lane, by email at HEP@libf.ac.uk or by phone on 0207 337 6294/3
Apprentices
Teaching
- We are continuing to deliver our academic programmes in line with the scheduled timetable, and you will find all course materials online.
- All workshops are currently being held online.
- All online events (workshops and webinars) continue to be recorded and available digitally.
Progress reviews
- All progress reviews are currently being conducted remotely.
Breaks in learning
- In accordance with government advice, if apprentices cannot attend training (see 'Disruption to training'), a break in learning can be initiated.
- If you think you need to initiate a break in learning, please speak to your employer first and then contact us by email: ktaylor@libf.ac.uk
Module assessments
- All assessments (assignment submissions and exams) are taking place online according to the published timetable.
Prospective students
The exam regulator, Ofqual, is working closely with schools and colleges on assessments. We will continue to monitor government guidance as things change and provide regular updates.
We are now welcoming prospective students onto campus at our one to one drop in sessions. Our staff are all tested before coming onto campus and attendees will have to wear face masks at all times on campus.
Peninsular House and Canterbury offices
Please contact staff by email or phone.
Events
Most of our events are now taking place as webinars. Please see our events page to find out more.
School qualifications
Due to Covid-19 the majority of examinations have been unable to take place in schools and colleges. As such, and in line with Ofqual’s Vocational and Technical qualifications contingency regulatory framework, our Financial Education qualifications will be assessed by Teacher Assessed Grades in 2021.
For our Financial Education qualifications made up of on demand assessments, in some cases centres have been permitted to continue taking the examinations where they were able to under public health guidance. However, where centres have not been able to complete the delivery as they would in a normal year these will also be assessed through Teacher Assessed Grades (TAGs).
Throughout this year we have provided centres with information on the process for supplying TAGs and how our internal quality assurance will work.
Key dates
The dates for students’ results being released in 2021 are:
Level 3 (LIBF CeFS and DipFS) - 10th August 2021
Level 2 (CeFE/AiFE/CeFCCD/LiFE) - 12th August 2021
Results to centres will be released the day before for each level respectively. We have provided a timeline of all key dates.
Appeals
If a centre or their students are unhappy with the grades received this summer an appeal may be submitted to us. If you wish to submit an appeal, please read the following process for appealing Teacher Assessed Grades.
All our other standard policies for Financial Education qualifications remain unchanged.
Ofqual have published a student guide on how qualifications are being awarded this year. Centres are encouraged to point students in the direction of this should they have any queries about the overall approach to awarding qualifications in 2021.
Contacting us
If you have any queries relating to the awarding of qualifications in 2021, please contact our support team via email fcexams@libf.ac.uk or telephone 01227 828234.
Professional qualifications
Studying with us
You can still register to take our professional and corporate qualifications on our website, and study flexibly online at your own pace. You can access course resources through your MyLIBF account
Exams
Many exams are available remotely. Please visit our Professional Qualifications page for further details.
On demand exams assessed at Pearson VUE centres
The majority of Pearson VUE centres are now open. If you are unable or prefer not to attend a test centre, most of our exams are available to sit remotely at home. You'll be able to find out more about your particular exam when you register for your course.
If you're planning to go to a centre, please check the relevant health and safety requirements.
If you have any queries about your qualification or your studies, please contact us by email
International programmes
We are monitoring the situation as it unfolds and following government advice, according to the region. We are in regular contact with our students. Please contact the relevant team (details on our
Global Learning page) if you have any questions about our qualifications or your studies.