Between 1992 and 2006 the OU registered students in sponsoring establishments. This programme has now closed to new students.
The following links provide detailed information about the programme for existing students and staff at sponsoring establishments:
Research Degrees in Sponsoring Establishments Student Handbook
Research Degree in Sponsoring Establishments Policy Documents
For more information about the Affiliated Research Centre Programme which has replaced the sponsoring establishment programme, visit the Affiliated Research Centre Programme page.