UK E-Learning Market Overview, 2027

E-learning refers to a learning system that relies on electronic devices and information and communication technology (ICT) to deliver information. It provides information in the form of text, image, animation, video and audio via the internet, intranet, satellite broadcast, interactive TV or CD-ROM. It saves time, offers personalization and reaches a wider audience. Moreover, it is cost-effective and finds application in the agriculture, healthcare, and education and training industries. It is also utilized in the corporate sector for conducting training programs and collaborative activities, such as project work and assignments, using chats, discussion forums and blogs. The education sector is evolving, creating growth opportunities for the e-learning market. Several education institutes are transitioning to an online higher education curriculum to support students in completing their degrees. E-learning platforms for higher education have helped overseas students in completing their education from home, saving time and money. In addition, it offers flexible learning options, a dynamic learning process, and seamlessly tracking of progress.

According to the report, “UK E-Learning Market Overview, 2027” the market is projected to witness prominent market growth during the upcoming timeframe. This growth in market size will be attributed to online learning becoming an integral part of corporate training and development as well as learning process enhancements in the academic sector. Factors such as an abundance of e-learning technologies, cost savings due to centralized content, time management, flexibility and convenience, and uniformity in content delivery have also helped trigger the deployment of e-learning for government programs and academic learning. As a result, the size of the e-learning market is anticipated to grow multi-fold in comparison to the conventional classroom learning market. Further, emergence of several trends such as micro learning, gamification, adoptive learning, and mobile learning across the country are expected to offer remunerative opportunities for the expansion of the market during the forecast period.

The use of AI and machine learning has grown among e-learning platforms as it allows customized content based on each student's existing knowledge and provides a one-size-fits-all approach. In addition, by leveraging AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Mobile Learning), it becomes possible to quickly analyze huge amounts of data, as well as identify patterns & trends to continuously optimize and improve learning experiences. Moreover, it helps make the course creation process much simpler, faster, and more agile without having to sacrifice quality. For example, automatic translation and localization feature have enhanced the eLearning development process by offering more speed and efficiency. Further, one of the key growth drivers of the UK e-learning market is increasing internet, mobile, and smartphone usage. Also, the Internet of Things (IoT) has aided the shift from teacher-centered to student-centered education. It is revolutionizing education by providing benefits such as efficient management, concrete learning, interactive sessions, and tractable results.

According to the report, UK E-learning market is segmented into various technology types including online e-learning, LMS (Leaning Management System), Mobile Learning, Rapid E-learning, Virtual class room and others. Among these types, virtual class segment is leading the market by contributing larger share in 2021 and is expected to continue growing during the forecast period. As gamification and virtual classrooms stand out owing to their high engagement level and perceived effectiveness, the segment is expected to witness higher demands. Further, in terms of e-learning market share, the corporate e-learning and academic e-learning market occupied the maximum share in 2021, which is significant, driven by increasing emphasis on talent up-gradation and retention. Due to increased federal budgetary allocations in the education sector, as they invest in improving digital connectivity and ensuring high-quality education to acquire resource competitiveness, the K-12 and higher education segments accounted for prominent market share of revenue in the e-learning market. Further, based on provider, content provider segment is dominating the market in 2021 whereas service provider is projected to expand with highest growth rate during the forecast period.

Covid-19 Impacts:

The education of over 1.2 billion children worldwide got adversely affected by the pandemic, and hence there was a sudden shift in the way education was delivered after that. UK also witnessed major impact in the same year. However, after witnessing the abrupt shift from the classroom in many parts of the world, there are high chances of online learning popularity to continue post-pandemic. Such a shift is expected to affect the UK education industry as well as UK E-learning market.

Considered In the Report

• Geography: UK
• Historical year: 2016
• Base year: 2021
• Estimated year: 2022
• Forecasted year: 2027

Aspects Covered In the Report

• Market Size By Value for the historic time period (2016-2021)
• Market Size By Value for the forecast time period (2022-2027)
• Market Share by Technology (Online e-learning, LMS (Learning management system), Mobile e-learning, Rapid e-learning, Virtual classroom, Others)
• Market Share by Producers (Service & Content)
• Market Share by Application (Academic, K-12, Higher education, Vocational training, Corporate, SMBs, Large enterprises, Government)

Intended Audience

This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the E-learning industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.