Why study a free course on OpenLearn?

The Open University offer a variety of free courses which have been proven to increase confidence and develop the skills needed to enter Further and Higher Education and succeed with learning.

You can choose an OpenLearn course from a wide range of subjects. Some are based on Open University course materials. Others are written specifically for OpenLearn.

What are the advantages?

• OpenLearn free courses are available immediately.

• The courses do not have a start and end date. You can start right away or at a time that suits you.

• You can work through at your own pace. You can spend as long as you like on an OpenLearn course, plus, if you sign up you can track your progress and work towards a statement of participation.

• There are around 1000 courses to choose from. The courses always focus on a specific area of learning. Some focus on important and fascinating academic subjects, whilst others help you develop skills needed for study or work.

Please click on the link to access the Openlearn website.