If studying full time with open uni (2 modules a year) Do I study them at same time?

They are studied at the same time. You will notice, once you have registered, that they both have the same start date. Generally speaking, faculties to try to avoid clashes when it comes to assignment deadlines, but it is still up to you how you manage your time. The OU is all about self-discipline and time management!

I for one always prefer studying more than one module. It provides a bit of variety, and if I am stuck on one thing, I can put that aside for a while and continue working on the other module for a bit. The change in gear often helps to get me unstuck

I know they have the same start date, but what i meant was; does it mean i open up both modules at the same time and crack on with both? Juggling two contents at once?

I understand OU is about discipline and time management, but i was just abit confused if i should get through ONE module first, for example could i do module one from OCT to FEB. And then start second module from FEB to JUNE etc... or does it not work like that?

It doesn't work like that, both modules with have assignment deadlines spread out throughout the academic year. so working on only one module will hurt your grade for the other module.

Ah ok makes sense. So that's why we have to study both modules at the same time. I think i understand now.

Im assuming we only study a certain amount of each module (for whatever is necessary for the assignments)

And then once them assignments are finish, we continue studying towards the next assignments etc..

Yep, you need to juggle them. Deadlines can and will clash and it's up to you to manage your time and keep on top of it. Each module's website acts as a handy interactive calendar, which helps- you can check what material you should have covered by when, check off each part as you complete it, etc. Just count yourself lucky you have 2x60 credit modules rather than 4x30!

There are a handful of exceptions (TM111 and 112 are studied sequentially for example, and sometimes staggered starts are possible).

Just wondering did you study Computing at OU? If you didn't just ignore this post.

I did Still am, but very nearly finished.

Finally found someone on this forum who studied BSc Computing which is what I'll be starting in a couple months. Do you find if I PM you? Just want to ask what you thought of the course and specific modules, etc.

Sure, no problem

Did you get my PM?

If either module has a start date later in the year, you can defer your start date for that module. Only downside of doing that though is you'll be studying straight into the next academic year with no break which can be exhausting.

The recommended hours for full-time are 32-36 hours and your time should be spent equally between the two modules, you'll have access to assignment deadlines after enrolling on both modules which can help you plan your time.

"And then once them assignments are finish, we continue studying towards the next assignments etc.." Yes, some modules have exams at the end once all assignments are completed. I'm not sure what modules you're studying but you can check the module descriptions on the website if you're unsure.