What if I'm disabled?If you have a disability, long-term health condition, specific learning difficulty (such as dyslexia), or mental health difficulty, then you are entitled to support.
Help! I'm not sure I'm readyWe do everything we can to help you succeed, even if it's years since you did any studying, including Access courses to bring you up to speed.
Our Open qualificationsWith an Open qualification – a certificate or diploma of higher education or a degree – you choose what you want to study to suit your interests or career needs.
Can I find the time?OU qualifications are designed to be flexible. You can study full or part time, vary how much you do from year to year, or even take a complete break.
Is my English good enough?You don't need a formal qualification in English to study with us, but to get the best from your studies you'll need to write and speak to a reasonable standard.
Do I need a computer?You’ll need a laptop or a computer and regular internet access, so you can connect with your tutor and other students, use the OU’s superb library and join our lively forums.