Second degree at OU, Full time or part time?. Also what funding do I receive?

Hi there, all Open University students are classed as part time applications.

Are you studying with The Open University due to a disability? Thanks, Karen

No, but I have a long term health problem which I am led to believe means I am eligible for DSA.

So I can choose to complete my degree over 3 years instead of 6 and it will still be funded? I already have a degree in business.

Thanks

Hi there,

We normally don't fund 2nd degrees unless it's classed as one of our part time exception courses. Open University students are eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan only. However, new students who are studying a Distance Learning course due to a disability will be eligible for the Part Time Maintenance Loan. We would require evidence of this and the team will determine if you're eligible or not.

Thanks,
Claire

Hi,

So if I study Environmental science as a second degree (which is a part time time exemption course) Will it need to be studied over 3 years or 6 years?

Its very difficult to get a definitive answer about this.

Hi there,

You would need to check with the university whether you can do it over 3 or 6 years as it depends what they offer.

Thanks,
Claire

It's with open university. They say on their website that even if you study over 3 years it is still classed as part time because it is distance learning.

So I can definitely access the part time loan for a second degree? even if I study it over 3 years?.

Thanks.