The Open University in Wales
The Open University in Wales: Introduction
As part of the biggest university in the UK, we can provide a world-class education, helping you to meet your professional and personal goals.
With tuition fee loans, financial support, and pay as you go options available, studying with The Open University is a lot more affordable than you might think.
Do you live in Wales? Get up to £4,500* maintenance funding on our paid courses.
* Eligibility rules apply for financial support.
- Access
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Not sure where to start? Consider an access module.
An Access module is a great place to start if you want a gentle introduction to Open University study. You'll get a broad overview of the subject that interests you, refresh your learning skills and build your self-confidence. That means you’ll have the time and space to discover where your natural interests lie before settling on your ultimate qualification goal.
Explore range of related topics to see where your interests lie, an Access course is a gentle start to online learning with some extra support.
Find out more
You can also study for free, if:
You are a resident in Wales Have an individual income of less than £25,000 (or receive qualifying benefits)Have not completed one year or more on any full-time undergraduate programme or completed 30 credits or more of OU study
If you are unsure if you meet these criteria, you can contact one of our friendly advisers at access-support@open.ac.uk.
- AccessPlus
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AccessPlus - sign up for a fully funded place for a February 2023 start.
Access Plus A4 poster TUC - ENGLISH.pdf Access Plus A4 poster TUC - WELSH.pdf
- OpenLearn with your union
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You could also try some free online learning
OpenLearn is a free online learning platform, delivered by The Open University offering over 1000 free online courses alongside a huge collection of videos, articles and other free activities. You can find in-depth courses on subjects like science and history, as well as resources to help you with your career, personal finance, and wellbeing.
The OpenLearn with your Union hub has been designed in partnership with Wales TUC to help you navigate OpenLearn’s library of free resources.
You will get the most from OpenLearn if you create an account (this is also free). Creating an account will give you full access to a range of features that are not available to guests, such as enrolling on free courses, tracking your progress, earing badges, and saving statements of participation. From your MyOpenLearn profile, you will be able to track your progress and download an activity record.
- Become an Open University in Wales Ambassador
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Want to spread the word? Become an Open University in Wales Ambassador
Join a Wales-wide initiative to support and sign-post adult learners to higher education learning opportunities with The Open University in Wales.
Watch this short video to find out more.