OU courses

[dmoan]

Vidor06 introdued me to OU study a couple of years ago, which has been completely life-changing - I'm currently working towards an ICT degree (my first!). There are hardly any courses that I would not like to do!

However, for pure personal interest, I would love to study for the Diploma in Physical Science (focusing on Astronomy) and the Diploma in Classical Studies (focusing on Classical Latin).

 

[rh100]

I've spent a few years with the OU. Having never been to Uni and my highest education being an apprenticeship, I though I should try and achieve something.

I managed to get a diploma (120 points) in IT. I was then continuing towards a degree, but the course I did last year left me with a dim view of the OU, especially when they messed up with the budget payment scheme and kept sending quite offensive letters, not very impressed. To be honest, I find I can learn OK when really motivated, but I found I was leaving everything until last minute which I got away with for awhile but the last course I just didn't manage, it was a new one as well and I got bored with it easily.

Now pursuing Microsoft certifications relevant to my job, but may look into part time courses offered by normal universities, may suit me better if it is more structured.

 

[Spinney]

Working for a BSc in Geoscience at the moment - 3rd level geology takes some concentration!

You can read most of the course materials on-line if you are interested but don't want all the faff/stress of assignments and exams.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

something councelling-y and psychology-y related. Dang. I'm already doing the last one!!

 

[Davidc]

The OU is excellent. Good luck if you use it.

I've always enjoyed studying, and if I ever make enough money to retire I may look into doing another degree with them. I fancy doing something totally different from my past - French perhaps.

 

[beanzontoast]

The OU is excellent. Good luck if you use it.

I've always enjoyed studying, and if I ever make enough money to retire I may look into doing another degree with them. I fancy doing something totally different from my past - French perhaps.

All the qualifications I have have been work-related. I'm alos looking forward to the day when I have time to study for the sake of studying, rather than because I need to!

 

[Davidc]

All the qualifications I have have been work-related. I'm alos looking forward to the day when I have time to study for the sake of studying, rather than because I need to!

I've always enjoyed learning so no hardship, but since starting work all but one of the serious courses I've done have been work related. The big advantage is that most have been between 75 and 100% funded by someone else, and for one the research was all done during paid working time!

I know from the lower level courses I've done for interest or competing with the children that it's most enjoyable doing something for its own sake.

 

[mr Mag00]

i wish they would give marks instead of just pass or fail.

 

[Plax]

I've just been looking into the Open University.

I already have a psychology degree and certificate in counselling. I had looked at doing an MSc in Forensics and Criminiology until I looked at the price. I never really used my degree so an MSc in something I'd never pursue in a work environment seemed a bit of a pointless money wasting exercise.

I've had a look at all their short courses, and the ones that have piqued my interest are all Science related, particularly the life sciences. I've decided I may well aim for the Certificate in Contemporary Science, taking predominantly credits from the life sciences.

So I'm going to convert my Tesco clubcard vouchers into OU deals vouchers and get cracking for a course starting in September. I think it will be Human Genetics & Health Issues, followed by Empire of Microbes or Understanding Human Nutrition if I enjoy it.

 

[Yellow Fang]

They seem to have introduced some courses that don't actually count towards any academic qualification. Some of them look interesting. Work wise, the one on software testing might be useful some day. Similarly the one on book keeping. I'm quite interested on the one on Linux too. Unfortunately, I don't have the time.

 

[brokenbetty]

Probably maths - always used to enjoy it at school

 

[Riverman]

Well done for taking the plunge mate. It's a tough decision to commit to post grad study, what with work commitments and all the money involved.

 

[Riverman]

I've just been looking into the Open University.

I already have a psychology degree and certificate in counselling. I had looked at doing an MSc in Forensics and Criminiology until I looked at the price. I never really used my degree so an MSc in something I'd never pursue in a work environment seemed a bit of a pointless money wasting exercise.

I've had a look at all their short courses, and the ones that have piqued my interest are all Science related, particularly the life sciences. I've decided I may well aim for the Certificate in Contemporary Science, taking predominantly credits from the life sciences.

So I'm going to convert my Tesco clubcard vouchers into OU deals vouchers and get cracking for a course starting in September. I think it will be Human Genetics & Health Issues, followed by Empire of Microbes or Understanding Human Nutrition if I enjoy it.

The OU vouchers can only be used against level one courses.

 

[BigEvo]

Why dont you contact your local Uni and ask about work based studies. I am just coming to the end of my BA degree in Business Management which i have completed over 5 years through attended courses at the Uni and work based projects.
You can directly focus on the areas you need to. I know not all Uni's do it, but it is worth asking. Much better than OU courses.

 

[annedonnelly]

I've just been looking into the Open University.


I've had a look at all their short courses, and the ones that have piqued my interest are all Science related, particularly the life sciences. I've decided I may well aim for the Certificate in Contemporary Science, taking predominantly credits from the life sciences.

I like the science short courses - just finishing my 5th at the minute. The course materials are usually good quality and there's plenty of support if you need it.

I also like that they have four different start dates so you're not forced to study during the summer like you do with the longer ones.