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Course summary
This flexible qualification enables you to develop lifelong learning skills that will open doors to further study and career development. You can choose from a wide variety of fascinating modules in any subjects you like, depending on your interests and career aspirations – including work-related modules to help you in your current role and enhance your future employability. Key features of the course
- Gain an understanding of your subjects in ethical, social, intellectual, academic and employment contexts
- Develop critical and reflective awareness of your own learning and professional practice
- Learn to be creative and open to new possibilities – especially in the workplace
- Builds a solid foundation for further study
Modules
This foundation degree has two stages, each comprising 120 credits: In Stage 1, you’ll study a 30-credit work-based learning module, choose a 30-credit key introductory module and choose 60 credits from a free choice of stage 1 modules. In Stage 2, you’ll choose 90 credits chosen from a free choice of stage 2 modules and study a 30-credit work-based learning module.
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. However, you are responsible for obtaining permission to use your workplace as a basis for your studies prior to registering for the first module. Also, to successfully complete the first module you must: - be engaged in suitable full-time or part-time employment – either paid or voluntary - have permission to carry out work-based learning tasks in your work setting - confirm that the work you submit is based on your practice in that setting - have regular access to a computer connected to the internet.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £14544 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £13968 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £4752 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £4636 | Whole course |
| Wales | £5248 | Whole course |
| EU | £14944 | Whole course |
| International | £14944 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £14944 | Whole course |
Additional fee information
Fee information is valid for modules starting before 31 July 2025. Fees typically increase annually.
Provider information
Open University
Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ