Can a Tutor Decline to Grade Your Revised TMA? Submitting coursework can often feel like navigating a minefield, especially when it comes to revisions and deadlines. Recently, I submitted my first draft of the final TMA a week ahead of the due date, allowing myself some breathing room to make […]
Read MoreHow much does the first year count towards the final degree classification? (Psychology)
Understanding the Impact of Your First Year on Your Psychology Degree Classification As a psychology student, you may be wondering how much your first year contributes to your final degree classification. It’s a common inquiry among students, and understanding this can help you strategize your academic approach for the years […]
Read MoreWaiting for EMA results…I can’t take it!! Anyone here done creative writing and in the same boat?
The Waiting Game: Anxiously Anticipating EMA Results Hello everyone! I hope this post finds you in good spirits, especially as we wrap up the finals season. Let me share a little of what’s been on my mind lately. My tutor has been impressively quick with grading my TMAs, which is […]
Read Morehow does the OU achieve equivalency?
Understanding Equivalency in the Open University Mathematics Degree When it comes to higher education, flexibility and accessibility hold significant value, especially for students pursuing courses through the Open University (OU). A common inquiry among prospective mathematics students is how the OU manages to deliver a degree that is comparable to […]
Read MoreI got my results for my final post graduate module on June 10th. When does the degree classification/offer typically come in? Any ideas?
Anticipating Degree Classification: What to Expect After Your Final Module Results It’s an exciting milestone when you receive the results for your final postgraduate module, as I did on June 10th. However, as the eagerness builds, one question often lingers: When can I expect to receive my degree classification or […]
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Navigating Challenges in Psychology Studies: A Personal Reflection Embarking on a part-time Psychology with Counselling course can be an exhilarating yet demanding journey. As a first-year student, I initially found my footing and completed my first two Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) with commendable scores. However, life threw some unexpected challenges […]
Read MoreHas anyone used the OU to learn another language?
Exploring Language Learning with the Open University: Your Thoughts on Learning Spanish? Have you ever considered enhancing your language skills through the Open University (OU)? As the title suggests, I’m contemplating enrolling in a short Spanish course offered by the OU and I’m eager to hear from others who have […]
Read MoreDoes Health Science involve a lot of maths/statistics?
Exploring Mathematics in Health Science: What to Expect Hello everyone, If you’re considering pursuing a degree in Health Science and are curious about the mathematical components involved, you’re not alone! Many prospective students often ask whether they will encounter a significant amount of math, including statistics and algebra, during their […]
Read MoreWould health sciences or biomedical sciences be better?
Choosing Between Health Sciences and Biomedical Sciences: A Student’s Dilemma Starting university is an exciting yet daunting journey, especially when faced with the choice of which academic path to pursue. If you’re considering enrolling at the Open University (OU) and are torn between Health Sciences and Biomedical Sciences, you’re not […]
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