Is OU study right for me?

Not sure whether to study full or part time.  You can study full time if that suits you, or you can fit your studies around your work and caring commitments.

Left school and want to do your degree at home. You don’t need to move away, you can be where your friends are, and avoid student debt.

Already studied at higher education level already. You can build on study you’ve successfully completed elsewhere, using our Credit Transfer system. 

Want to get a qualification related to the work you are already doing?  Having sector-endorsed qualifications can help you improve your prospects. 

Thousands of people working in the public and private sector study OU courses that lead to highly respected qualifications.

Whether you’re studying to progress in your career, or have a complete change in mind, an OU qualification is highly regarded by employers.

If you are caring for someone, the OU’s flexibility and support allows you to fit your studies around your commitments. And you could get financial support.

If you are thinking about postgraduate study, a huge range of subjects and qualifications, and the OU’s famous flexibility, allow you to pick up certificates and diplomas on the way to a masters degree. 

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