Army recruits services of online learning

The Army has been enlisted by the University for Industry as one of its learning "hubs". Soldiers will be able to learn online from wherever they are posted, choosing from a wide range of courses, including information technology, business, and literacy and numeracy.

Four centres for learndirect - the delivery arm of the UfI - are to be established in garrisons across the UK. Each army learning centre will be equipped with IT suites and video-conferencing facilities.