When you apply for credit transfer, you will need to tell us which qualification/s you are interested in studying. You can select up to 3 different qualifications to have an assessment of credit transfer towards; if you're applying for credit transfer towards an undergraduate degree, we’ll also conduct an assessment towards the BA/BSc Open degree (QD).
If you need advice about degree choice, take a look at our online prospectus or get in touch with our team of friendly advisers.
To maximise your credit transfer potential, you either need to apply for an assessment of credit transfer towards a degree that is of a similar subject to your previous study, or you need to consider the BA/BSc Open degree (QD)
I want to study the same subject as my previous study
How much credit you can transfer depends on how closely the study you have done matches the OU course you want to complete. Your application will be referred to an academic expert who will make this assessment. They will award as much credit as they can whilst ensuring that you are prepared with the skills and knowledge you will need to be successful in your OU course.
I want to study a different subject to that of my previous study
Some of our qualifications have a 'free choice' element. This means study in a different subject area could count towards this element - it is usually a maximum of 60 credits. To find out if the degree/s you are interested in studying with us have a free choice element, please check the relevant factsheet/s below.
Open degree
Our Open Degree (QD) is one of the most flexible degrees in the UK as you can tailor make it to suit your requirements. To award credit into the Open Degree, previous study can be in any subject. Find out more about our Open qualifications.
Am I ready for success?
Most of our courses don't have entry requirements, but there are some learning skills you'll need to be successful. Ready for success will take you to a form where you can answer a few questions for advice on how to get started with Open University study.
Find out more about the qualifications you're interested in
Once you have decided which qualification(s) you are interested in please select and download the relevant factsheet from the list below to find out how much credit transfer is allowed and to check for further information about credit transfer to that course.