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Funding for Open University

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bartonlady Tue 22-Mar-16 20:00:04

Does anyone know if funding is available for study with the OU? I was stunned at how much a degree course costs. I acknowledge that I just want to study as I'm interested in the subjects rather than for job progression/career qualifications, and that its probably more important for any funding to be given to the young. I don't feel I can justify the cost at my age (66)

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bartonlady Tue 29-Mar-16 14:46:54

Thank you for all your comments will certainly look at Future Learn

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EllenT Tue 29-Mar-16 15:18:25

Here in Scotland, the Student Awards Agency (SAAS) pays for undergraduate study fees, including part-time and OU, for anyone with an individual income of £25,000 or less who is resident in Scotland. This is regardless of any other household income, age or the level of any previous academic qualification. (There's of course some small print, but that's broadly the case.) I make no comment on how far this generosity is justifiable (lots of scope for argument here wink), but I must admit I'm taking it up to pursue an OU languages degree in my retirement.

I know this won't be relevant for anyone living beyond Scotland, but folk north of the border might be interested. Here's the SAAS link:
www.saas.gov.uk/part_time/ug/eligibility.htm

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