As one of the leading distance learning colleges in the UK, we have taught over 230,000 courses and empowered over 140,000 students to change their lives.
How it works
We’re passionate about helping you to achieve your goals without the restrictions of a traditional college. With over 700 online courses and qualifications to choose from, we’re sure you’ll be able to find the perfect course for you and your goals.
The distance learning experts
We understand that everyone’s learning journey, whatever that may be, is personal, different, exciting, and sometimes difficult. Here at Open Study College, we know that we are in the privileged position of being the enablers of positive life-altering change. Our team are here to do what we can to help people achieve their goals and thrive in life – we are an expert, a friendly ear, a 24/7 support, and your wildly enthusiastic cheerleader! We will empower you to move forward with your goals and we will always have your best interests at the heart of what we do. The entire Open Study College family want to help you achieve your ambitions, and we will provide you with the excitement and encouragement you need throughout your journey with Open Study College.
Courses and qualifications
Our distance learning courses are specifically designed to be studied from home. We have made it easy to study at home around your busy schedule using either a course pack or your smartphone, tablet, or laptop to access our e-learning platform.
We understand that everyone learns in different ways and at a different pace. As an online college, when you enrol with us, you can study your course on your own terms. With the exception of a few qualifications such as A Levels, GCSEs, and Access to HE to name a few, there are no strict deadlines to contend with. Submit your coursework to your tutor in as much or as little time as you need and set your own study rules.
All of our qualifications are independently accredited by established awarding organisations to provide AAT, NEBOSH, Active IQ, and NCFE CACHE courses to name a few. It’s easier to get the job you want when you have an employer-recognised qualification on your CV.
Quality is important when it comes to our home learning courses. That’s why each independent awarding body performs detailed, rigorous checks to ensure our courses meet their high standards.
Our online learning platform
Manage everything in one place, from submitting assignments to tracking your progress.
Check out a quick demo of our bespoke online learning platform, Ohana, which makes education interactive, engaging, and accessible from anywhere!
Why choose Open Study College?
Getting started
Find your perfect course
Browse our range of over 700 courses on our website. Once you find the right course to help you achieve your goals, you can enrol online. If you have any questions or would like some advice on choosing your course, our friendly education specialists would be happy to help. You can schedule a call back with an adviser, or if you prefer, you can speak to an adviser using our live chat service.
Choose your payment option
Choose whether to pay for your course upfront and in full using a credit or debit card, or you can spread the cost with one of our flexible monthly payment options.
Starting your course
Once you have completed your enrolment, we will either send you your course materials in the post or email you your login details depending on the study method you choose. Once you have access to your course, you can start studying straight away. And don’t forget to introduce yourself to your tutor once you’re ready to get started!
You're in control of your future
Progress at work
If you’re looking to move up the career ladder, gain a promotion, or improve your knowledge, we have a course that can help. Studying a course via distance learning will not only improve your skills and knowledge, but it will also allow you to demonstrate your commitment to your career.
Change your career
Whether you’re looking for a more rewarding career, or you want to do something you’re passionate about, we’re here to help you get out of your career rut. Life is too short to work in a job that you don’t enjoy, so why not change your career? We have over 700 online courses in a wide range of areas. Whether you want to work in childcare, education, accounting, healthcare, beauty, or something else, we have a course to help you achieve your dream job.
You’ll also have access to our FREE CV critique service to provide you with tips on how to improve your CV to boost your chances of getting your foot in the door.
Get into university
If you didn’t get the grades you needed on results day, or you’re returning to education with the ambition of going to university, we have options for you!
You can choose to study your A Levels online with us from the comfort of your own home. They are fully accredited, recognised A Level qualifications that will allow you to achieve those all-important UCAS points.
Alternatively, if your dream is to become a nurse, midwife, or healthcare professional, our Access to HE Health Diploma could be the right course for you. This nationally recognised qualification is equivalent to three A Levels and can be studied entirely from home. And the best part? There are no exams required to achieve this qualification!
We also offer a range of GCSEs including maths and English, and Functional Skills qualifications.
Learn something new
Not everyone wants to study to benefit their career, and that’s okay! Whether you’re interested in crafts, history, creative writing, or photography to name a few, we have a course that can help you learn more about something you’re interested in.
Who are Open Study College?
Open Study College are a distance learning college committed to helping people achieve their personal or career goals. We understand that life is busy, that’s why we offer over 700 courses, all designed to allow you to study around your existing work and life commitments. As a family-founded college, we think of everyone as an extended member of our family. We’ve got over 17 years of experience in providing distance learning courses that enable our learners to move forward with their goals.
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