We offer a wide range of undergraduate qualifications and modules so you can work towards a qualification or simply take a course in something that interests you.
Studying for an undergraduate qualification
We offer a wide choice of subjects and a range of undergraduate qualifications that are recognised and respected by employers for their excellence and the commitment it takes to achieve one. Our flexible and supportive approach to education allows you to study for a qualification with confidence whether it’s a degree, foundation degree, diploma of higher education, certificate of higher education or one of our own certificates.
You can choose from around 120 highly respected undergraduate qualifications:
- Degrees - An undergraduate or bachelors degree is a widely recognised higher-education qualification that can help you progress in your career. While you are studying for your degree you will learn about your chosen subject(s) and develop your analytical, intellectual and writing skills.
- Open qualifications - if you prefer a flexible approach to getting a qualification, you’ll find our Open qualifications provide a unique way to tailor study to your needs and interests.
- Foundation degrees – a foundation degree is a short, work-related degree that prepares you for a specific type of work.
- Diplomas of Higher Education (DipHE) - A DipHE is equivalent to the first two years of a full-time degree. It shows that you are capable of extended study at university level, and that could be valuable, especially if you want to go on to further professional or academic training or study.
- Certificates of Higher Education (CertHE) - A CertHE is equivalent to the first year of a full-time degree and shows that you are capable of studying successfully at university level.
Or choose a subject that interests you from those listed opposite.
Studying a module as a standalone course
If you’re not yet ready to commit to registering for a qualification you can still study with us. Taking a module as a standalone course can be stimulating and rewarding. It could point you in the right career direction, give you a flavour of OU study before you commit yourself to a longer course or simply give you an insight into a subject that’s always fascinated you. In topics as diverse as human genetics to writing fiction, we can give you a gentle introduction to some very in-depth subjects.
To find out more look at Standalone courses.