#801
World rank
87%
Acceptance rate
1969
Established
168,215
Students
Public
Type
Scholarships
Financial support options available for OU learners:
- Fee Assistance: Various regional grants, disabled students' allowances, and payment installment plans to spread module fees over time.
- Employer Sponsorship: Many students receive financial sponsorship or fee support directly through their corporate employers.
- Access Bursaries: Discretionary financial awards designed to assist low-income or disadvantaged students with initial course costs.
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