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United Kingdom
The Open University
Acceptance rate
87%
Students
168,215
1969
Established
Public
Type
circle Fees & costs
Tuition fees at The Open University are structured modularly based on academic credits:
- Undergraduate Module Fees: Typically average around £6,924 per 120 credits (full-time equivalent year), making tuition significantly more economical than traditional campus universities.
- Postgraduate Fees: Vary by specific master's modules and professional programs, starting around £9,800 per year.
- Living Costs: Because courses are delivered through distance learning, students study from home, eliminating standard campus relocation and housing living expenses.
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