Making your learning count – Example study pathways (YXM130)

Updated Monday, 24 July 2023

Welcome to the Making your learning count (YXM130) OpenLearn example study pathways page.

Below are some example study pathways created by OU members of staff, based on subjects they would be interested in studying if they registered for the module. These have been provided to inspire you and provide an example of the variety of Open Educational Resources available. Just click on an example to see what courses each individual would choose to study!

If you are a Young Applicant in Schools Scheme (YASS) Scotland student, there is further information about YXM130 available for you here: OpenLearn choices for YASS students - OpenLearn - Open University.

Remember, it is entirely up to you what you study! You just need to make sure you choose to study courses from more than one subject or discipline.

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The solar system and the night sky

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Andrew Webster, YXM130 Curriculum Manager.

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The Arts and Creativity

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Jay Rixon, Senior Manager.

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Folkestone

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Linda Robson, YXM130 Module Chair.

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Music, theatre and literature

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by George Curry, former YXM130 Module Chair.

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Health and wellbeing

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Clare Dunn, Senior Manager for Recognition of Prior Learning.

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The Environment

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Sarah McKernan, Tutor Support Manager.

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Art history in Wales

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Martin Weller, Chair of the Open Qualifications.

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Being heard

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Lorna Sibbett, YXM130 Staff Tutor.

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Business matters in voluntary organisations

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Sheona Mathewson, Partnerships Manager for YASS, OU in Scotland.

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Sustainability

YXM130 Example subject pathway created by Teresa Cox, Senior Manager.

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BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree

Some of the key questions in the world today require expertise from a range of subjects. Multidisciplinary study has always been at the heart of the Open University, and the BA/BSc (Honours) Open, or Open degree, allows you to bring together different areas of study in a completely flexible way to develop knowledge and skills. It's a degree with a difference. Free from the restriction of a subject-specific specialism, you can set the direction of your learning. Choose from over 250 modules across 16 subject areas to create a bespoke qualification that matches your interests and helps you stand out in the job market. "The flexibility of creating your own path is simply amazing. I am super thankful for the opportunity to create a degree adapted to my needs and interests. It's ingenious."?Susanna van Tonder, BA/BSc (Honours) Open

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BSc (Honours) Combined STEM

This flexible degree combines science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Build your degree from a variety of STEM modules and study routes to create a unique qualification. Our BSc (Hons) Combined STEM allows you to study more than just one STEM subject ? to fit your personal and professional needs, interests and aspirations. The flexibility of this degree makes it relevant to a wide range of jobs and industries ? many of which require proficiency in a range of STEM-based skills. It can help you develop your existing career or start a new one.

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Making your learning count

This innovative and flexible OU level 1 module allows you to count different types of learning towards a formal OU qualification. The type of study you can count includes courses from the OU?s free learning website, OpenLearn, other open educational resources (OERs) or learning programmes you may have undertaken through work or elsewhere. Through a series of topics and assessments, you will explore what you have learnt whilst developing the skills you need to be a successful student. You choose the courses to include, making this learning experience an entirely personal one. Your tutor will help you identify your learning goals and plan your study to meet your specific needs and interests. Modules count towards OU qualifications OU qualifications are modular in structure; the credits from this undergraduate module could count towards a certificate of higher education, diploma of higher education, foundation degree or honours degree.

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Making your learning count – Example study pathways (YXM130)

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The solar system and the night sky

The Arts and Creativity

Folkestone

Music, theatre and literature

Health and wellbeing

The Environment

Art history in Wales

Being heard

Business matters in voluntary organisations

Sustainability

Become an OU student

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BSc (Honours) Combined STEM

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