You may have some questions about Open University microcredentials. We’ve listed some common questions below, but if you can’t see what you were looking for, please get in touch.
Microcredentials are studied entirely online via the OU's learning platform. You’ll use a combination of learning materials, videos, and quizzes to develop skills that you can immediately apply. You’ll share ideas and experiences with other learners, building skills, confidence, and knowledge.
You’ll also be supported by a Mentor who has an excellent understanding of the course subject; their role is to guide discussions and answer questions.
Microcredentials are available on The Open University's platform.
To register for a course on the OU platform, select the course and go to the Register tab. Click on the register button and you will be guided through the enrolment process.
When registering for a microcredential on the OU website, online payments can be made using credit or debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, and American Express). Alternatively, if your company is sponsoring you, an invoicing option is also available.
Potentially, yes. Microcredentials are stand-alone courses designed to meet specific learner and employer needs. Those awarded by The Open University have academic credit value at either undergraduate or postgraduate level, and, if appropriate, this may be used towards selected OU qualifications. For more details, including eligible qualifications, visit Counting microcredentials towards OU qualifications.
The credit awarded may potentially be used at another university, subject to the agreement of the receiving institution.
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