The field of radio studies encompasses not only the impact of the radio on culture but also the components of communication that accompany the production of radio. Some elements that may be studied alongside radio technology include audiences, industry structure, and ethics of shows.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.