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Where to take your learning next

Updated Tuesday, 26th January 2021

By now you will already know all about the amazing learning opportunities available on OpenLearn. You may have completed many OpenLearn courses or perhaps just one or two. However much you’ve done so far, your experience on OpenLearn means you already know what it is like to study online and at a distance.

Screenshot from animation - Why Access modules are a great place to start

 

As you think about where your learning will take you next, we wanted to let you know about two possible routes into studying an Open University qualification. 

Our Access Modules

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An Access module is a great place to start if you want a gentle introduction to Open University study. Designed specifically for OU students, it can also help you to find out more about your interests and where you want your learning to take you.

There are three Access modules to choose from, and they start each February, May, and October. You might even qualify for a free place. 

Designed to inspire you, you’ll explore a range of broadly related subjects within one module. That means you’ll have the time and space to discover where your natural interests lie before settling on your ultimate qualification goal.

We’re different to other universities because we’re open to people based on their potential rather than their prior qualifications. Most of our courses have no formal entry requirements and our students come from a diverse range of educational backgrounds. So, we offer a choice of starting points depending on how confident you are in your study skills.

Click here to find out more about the Access modules.

 

Making your learning count

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Our flexible OU level 1 module allows you to count previous or current study from OpenLearn, or other types of previous learning towards OU qualifications. Through a series of assessment tasks, you will explore what you have learned already whilst developing the skills you need to be a successful student.

The blend of subjects that you choose to cover is up to you, making this learning experience an entirely personal one.

Your tutor will help you plan your study and identify what you are hoping to achieve through this module and your future study plans.

 

Modules and qualifications

Copyrighted image Icon Copyright: @Nutopia Arts and languages Access module
Arts and languages Access module

An Access module is a great place to start if you want a gentle introduction to Open University study. They usually last 30 weeks and help you to find out more about your interests and where you want your learning to take you.

Learn more ❯Arts and languages Access module

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People, work and society Access module

An Access module is a great place to start if you want a gentle introduction to Open University study. It can also help you to find out more about your interests and where you want your learning to take you.

Learn more ❯People, work and society Access module

Copyrighted image Icon Copyright: © Nongpimmy | Dreamstime.com - Illustration of STEM Science, technology and maths Access module
Science, technology and maths Access module

An Access module is a great place to start if you want a gentle introduction to Open University study. It can also help you to find out more about your interests and where you want your learning to take you.

Learn more ❯Science, technology and maths Access module

Copyrighted image Icon Copyright: Dreamstime Making your learning count
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, , other open educational resources (OERs) or learning programmes you may have undertaken through work or elsewhere. Through a series of topics and assessment tasks, you will explore what you have learnt whilst developing the skills you need to be a successful student. The courses that you choose to study is up to you, making this learning experience an entirely personal one. Your tutor will help you plan your study and identify what you are hoping to achieve through this module and your future study plans.

Learn more ❯Making your learning count

Creative commons image Icon Photo by Nick Fewings on Unsplash under Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0 license BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree
BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree

Do you want the freedom to study a range of subjects? Then our Open qualifications are ideal. The BA/BSc (Honours) Open is an honours degree with a difference. Free from the restriction of a subject-specific specialism, you can set the direction of your learning. By choosing modules from over 16 subject areas, you'll create a bespoke qualification that reflects your interests, or helps you stand out in the competitive job market.

Learn more ❯BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree

Creative commons image Icon Photo by Chris Ried on Unsplash under Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0 license BSc (Honours) Combined STEM
BSc (Honours) Combined STEM

This flexible degree combines science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Build your own degree from a wide range of STEM modules and study routes. Build a qualification that's unique to you.

Learn more ❯BSc (Honours) Combined STEM

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