Diploma in Literature
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Diploma
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 120 credits
Description
Please note that this Diploma in Literature is being replaced by the Diploma of Higher Education in Humanities (E64).
In order to claim the Diploma in Literature you must have completed the required 120 credits by 31 December 2011. If you have any questions about your eligibility for this qualification please contact the Qualifications and Ceremonies Centre on +44(0) 1908 653003 or by email.
The Diploma in Literature is offered to students who have successfully completed a significant amount of study in the discipline. It is a qualification you can be awarded on the way to fulfilling the requirements for a degree. It is also suitable for those who wish to update their knowledge and skills in literature studies.
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Career relevance and employability
By studying literature for this diploma you’ll be equipping yourself with many of the skills required in the modern workplace. Employers in all fields put a high value on anyone who can construct a clearly expressed argument; present ideas concisely, logically and clearly; make a critical analysis of a piece of writing and deal competently with a large amount of complex information. A Diploma in Literature could be used to enter careers such as teaching, public relations, publishing, journalism or the media. It will also be relevant to many other careers since employers recognise the broader skills and competences you will have learnt in studying literature.
There is more information about how OU study can improve your employability in the OU’s Employability Statement from our Careers Advisory Service. You can also read or download our publication OU study and your career and look at our subject pages to find out about career opportunities.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
On completion
On successful completion of the required modules you will be awarded a Diploma in Literature and will be entitled to use the letters Dip Lit (Open) after your name.
Fees 2012
See fees and funding options for study from September 2012.
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