Which credit transfer to take

I dropped out of uni through covid where I studied mathematics and statistics at a red brick uni. Currently I have a pretty good job (too good to want to go back to uni at least) so I have been looking at doing an open university degree in my spare time and have applied for credit transfer and received these options back:

- BSc Mathematics and statistics 60 credits, 300 to complete (My original course)
- BSc Data Science 90 credits, 270 to complete
- BSc Open degree 150 credits, 210 to complete

Now I originally didn't want to do an Open degree as I thought it sounded easier and more wishy washy but given the options it seems like a no brainer. My main concerns are do employers look differently when they see "Open Degree" vs something that says "Mathematics"? if anyone has any previous experience is love to hear.

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gaynor_scraggins

Hi

I have an open degree (with credit transfer) and for most employers, because you need to include modules studied, it won't be a disadvantage. Sometimes, it can even help, as I've been able to dress my degree as one of three subjects due to the variety of modules taken. However, it can be a pain explaining the degree on applications (not necessarily a disadvantage - just a nuisance!)

There has only been one time that I was flatly refused/rejected for having an open degree (to do a PGCE), but I think that's more a reflection of the uni I was applying to.

Incidentally, if you apply for one of those options, you can change the programme later on. Have a look at the modules you fancy, and base your choice on that. (For some level 2 and 3 modules, there might be prerequisites, but your previous study will be taken into consideration, but that's also something to think about.)