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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

Open (Combined Studies) (QD)

Open University
None, Unknown
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0 yearsDuration
£7,428Per Year (Intl)
£7,428Home Fee
90%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by Open University, the BA/BSc Open (Combined Studies) (QD) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in combined and general studies. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. No two students or career paths are the same. That’s why the Open degree puts you in charge. Whether you're passionate about science and the arts, technology, business, or something entirely your own, this flexible BA/BSc (Honours) degree lets you combine different areas of study to build the knowledge and skills you need. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Interdisciplinary Research Methods
Academic Writing and Communication
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Quantitative Methods for Social Sciences
Project Management and Planning
Digital Literacy and Information Technology
Professional Development and Employability
Independent Study Project
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£7,428

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£7,428

Home Student Fee

£7,428

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£15,500£25,000£35,500
5 years£18,000£28,500£40,500

UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 11% below UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£28,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH23-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

63%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
35%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH23-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
90%
Learning opportunities
85%
Assessment and feedback
89%
Academic support
87%
Organisation and management
89%
Learning resources
89%
Student voice
66%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
54%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Open University

Open University offers Open (Combined Studies) (QD) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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