Our Access, Open and Cross-Curriculum Innovation provides interdisciplinary level education to meet a broad range of study interests and time restrictions of the student. The courses offer a perfect introduction to distance learning and studying with The Open University, where over 60% of the students can study through Access for free.
Access Module Study
Our Access modules offer an ideal starting point for those new to higher education study. They are designed to build new learners’ confidence and equip them with all the necessary study skills to progress successfully towards a qualification.
Each module provides activities and assignments. The modules also offer an opportunity for students to assess their readiness for higher-level study and, if they complete a module successfully, students gain 30 credits at undergraduate Level 0 – so this is an additional preparatory stage to their qualification.
There are no face-to-face tutorials for Access modules; personal tutors provide proactive one-to-one support by telephone and feedback on 4 summative assignments.
Open Programme Study
The Open Programme remains the OU’s largest area of curriculum in terms of student numbers and module choice, enabling students to construct personalised qualifications from a wide range of modules across all faculties of the OU, and resulting in a flexible study path which focuses on personal interests and/or career-related skills.
Vacancies and opportunities
Below are the current vacancies available:
