How does it work?
Save time and money – if you’re awarded credit, you’ll have fewer modules to study, so you’ll pay less and finish sooner.
Avoid repetition – you won’t have to repeat study you’ve already completed.
Lose nothing – you won’t lose the credit from your previous study.
How to apply for credit transfer
Check your eligibility
If your study is less than 16 years old, you might be eligible. Use our previous study checker to check.
Make an application
It’s free to apply and won’t commit you to studying with us.
Register on your qualification
When your application has been assessed, you’ll receive an email inviting you to login to your OU account, view awarded credit and register on your chosen qualification.
Enrol on your module
Choose your first module, complete payment before the deadline and prepare for study.