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Open University

Open University logoThe OU is Europe's largest university, with around 200,000 students who chose the OU because it offers them a chance to study with one of the most prestigious centres of learning in the world - and they can study without sacrificing work or family commitments.

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Top Ranking

We are ranked amongst the top UK universities for the quality of our teaching so, whatever your reason for studying, you'll find yourself in expert hands. With no upper age limits and no previous qualifications required, we attract a broad mix of students.

Costs
Costs vary from course to Courses with the Open University course and include tuition, assessment and most course materials. If your course has a Residential School, this may be included in the fee. It is possible to get some help towards fees, especially if you are on a low income or receiving state benefits. The OU website includes a ready reckoner where you can find out what help you might get.

Courses
Our courses come in all shapes and sizes and you can choose from a single course, certificate or diploma, degree or postgraduate qualification. We also offer four new Foundation Degrees, in

Contact Details There are regular advice sessions about the OU in the Learning Shop in the Forum on Thursday mornings from 10.00am - 1.30pm. Alternatively, check out the web site www.open.ac.uk

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