People, Politics & Law

This free course explores the economic and cultural value of coffee. You will follow the chain of processes that connect the drink you enjoy on a...

This free course, Constitutions in transition, explores and compares the development of four nation-state constitutions from around the world:...

Handling statistical data is an essential part of psychological research. However, many people find the idea of using statistics, and especially...

This free course explores the relationship between China and the United States and analyses whether China’s rapid rise will lead to greater...

Privacy has long been recognised as an important human right, but how does society balance this right with the protection of others, such as the...

Human rights now seem to take precedent over many areas of our lives, but where do these rights come from and how did they develop? This free...

With this free course, Europe and the law, you will gain a basic understanding of EU law and the interaction between EU and domestic law. It will...

How do judges make law? This free course, Judges and the law, will examine how the common law system works, the differences between 'civil code'...

How are rules made and who can influence this procedure? This free course, Parliament and the law, will introduce you to the rule-making processes...

If you’re already a graduate, with a first degree or masters degree in any subject from a UK university or recognised overseas university, you can...

With global financial markets and personal finances making the headlines daily, there’s never been a more exciting time to study finance and...

The value of counselling to improve well-being and quality of life is increasingly recognised in society. From everyday worries to serious mental...

Are you fascinated by life’s big questions? Are you thinking about studying for a degree? The Certificate of Higher Education in Natural Sciences...

If you’re keen to try university study and want to keep your options open, this certificate course is ideal. It’s part of our unique Open...

With global financial markets and personal finances making the headlines daily, there’s never been a more exciting time to study finance and...

The value of counselling to improve well-being and quality of life is increasingly recognised in society. From everyday worries to serious mental...

How can we best think about and live sustainably within natural and built environments, given the pressures that threaten them? This certificate is...

Over 40 per cent of OU students who graduate do so with an Open degree. It’s a statistic we’re proud of – the BA/BSc Open is one of the most...