#801
World rank
87%
Acceptance rate
1969
Established
168,215
Students
Public
Type
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.
Read from open.ac.uk on 12 Aug 2026. Check with the university before you rely on a date or a figure.