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Course summary
Some of the key questions in the world today require expertise from a range of subjects. Multidisciplinary study has always been at the heart of the Open University, and the BA/BSc (Honours) Open, or Open degree, allows you to bring together different areas of study in a completely flexible way to develop knowledge and skills. It's a degree with a difference. Free from the restriction of a subject-specific specialism, you can set the direction of your learning. Choose from over 250 modules across 16 subject areas, to create a bespoke qualification to match your interests, and help stand out in the job market. Key features of the course
- Create your own multidisciplinary degree
- Choose modules from a wide range of subject areas
- Develop a unique skill set to stand out to employers
- Flexibility to adapt your study plans to match your evolving aspirations
- Count previous university study towards your qualification
Modules
This degree has three stages, each comprising 120 credits. For your BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree, you can study a broad range of subjects or specialise in one discipline for half of your degree and study a broad range of subjects for the other. Alternatively, you can specialise in two disciplines, dividing your time equally between both.
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification. The only decision you need to make when you register is what to study first.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
2025/2026 academic year fees are not yet available.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ