Hi! I am currently a first year with the Open University studying an Arts and Humanities Degree, hoping to also complete a PGCE to become either a History or English teacher, and I wouldn't say the degree is looked down on, but as it requires self-discipline and motivation to work from home. One of my mothers friends (based in England) completed a degree with the OU which allowed her to go into teaching in a collage, I also emailed the OU before I enrolled with my questions and their support team is super helpful if you have any questions, I asked so many as i was so unsure about taking the OU route rather than a traditional brick uni, but I have to say it is one of the best decisions I've made!