BA (Honours) Language Studies
Learning a language and about how languages work, including the English language, opens doors to other cultures and communities, giving you an experience of the world that goes deeper than the average...
View ArticleDiploma of Higher Education in Language Studies
The Diploma of Higher Education in Language Studies aims to equip you with the competencies needed to communicate and interact in a range of languages and cultures. It begins by providing a broad...
View ArticleBA (Honours) English Language and Literature
This degree course offers a stimulating and wide-ranging introduction to English language and literature. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate how the English language is used in a variety of...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Humanities
This degree in humanities offers a broad-based grounding in the study and enjoyment of the arts and humanities – covering a fascinating variety of cultures, periods and subjects – while developing your...
View ArticleDiploma of Higher Education in Humanities
The Diploma of Higher Education in Humanities will help you refine your skills of debate and analysis while developing your cultural literacy. It encompasses a wide range of fascinating disciplines...
View ArticleCertificate of Higher Education in Humanities
Why study the arts? Apart from sheer enjoyment, these subjects give you an enormous breadth of cultural literacy while training you to think and argue clearly. The Certificate of Higher Education in...
View ArticleEnglish for academic purposes online
You'll find this module useful if you have International English Language Testing System (IELTS) scores in the range of 5.0?5.5 and want to raise your scores for entry into university or want to...
View ArticleCommunication skills for business and management
This OU level 1 module will develop your language and skills for communicating effectively in the world of business and management. You will learn to write successful business assignments and a range...
View ArticleWorlds of English
What are the origins of the English language? How has it spread internationally? Is the worldwide influence of English a cause for celebration or concern? How is it changing in response to social,...
View ArticleExploring English grammar
This module looks at how we choose to represent ourselves and our world through choices of wording and grammar and will appeal to people who enjoy an analytical approach. You will explore applications...
View ArticleLanguage and creativity
This module looks at creativity in the English language around the world: from everyday contexts to 'high culture' literary language and the impact of new media. You will investigate the relationships...
View ArticleCertificate of Higher Education in Arts and Humanities
This certificate provides a broad introduction to the arts and humanities, including history, art history, philosophy, classical studies, religious studies, music and English ? expanding your cultural...
View ArticleCertificate of Higher Education in Language Studies
This certificate offers a flexible introduction to the study of languages, introduces you to key concepts in language learning, and develops your study skills. You can choose French, German, Italian...
View ArticleDiploma of Higher Education in Arts and Humanities
This diploma of higher education encompasses a wide range of fascinating disciplines including art history, classical studies, creative writing, English language, English literature, French, German,...
View ArticleDiploma of Higher Education in English
This diploma offers stimulating options in English literature, English language and creative writing. Whether it's reading between the lines, exploring the written and spoken word, or developing your...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Language Studies with English and German
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Language Studies with English and French
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Language Studies with English and Spanish
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Arts and Humanities
From poetry to string quartets, and from sculpture to short stories, the extraordinary range of human culture offers rich possibilities for study. This broad and absorbing course develops a deep...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Arts and Humanities (English Language)
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should...
View ArticleBA (Honours) Arts and Humanities (English Literature)
You will need a computer with internet access to study for this qualification. For most OU qualifications a Microsoft Windows (new since 2007), Apple Mac (OS X 10.6 or later) or Linux computer should...
View ArticlePostgraduate Diploma in Humanities
This postgraduate diploma will suit anyone with appropriate entry qualifications who has a passion for the arts and humanities and is looking for an intellectual challenge. At present our postgraduate...
View ArticleVoices, texts and material culture
This is an interdisciplinary module built around the broad concepts of voices, texts and material culture. It will enable you to extend your understanding of the arts and humanities, both from the...
View ArticleIntroducing English language studies
Language is an essential part of being human. It's something we rely on in almost every part of our lives. Nevertheless, do we really know what it is and how it works? History, culture, politics,...
View ArticleTelling stories: the novel and beyond
How have writers chosen to tell their stories, and why? What techniques do they use to make us believe in the reality of the worlds they create? If you're interested in finding out in depth about how...
View ArticleDiscovering the arts and humanities
This module will introduce you to the study of the arts and humanities at university level. It presents a broad survey of works of art, people, events, practices and ideas in a period ranging from...
View ArticleApplied linguistics and English language
Linking knowledge about the English language, how it is used, and the contexts in which it operates, this module explores the role of language in teaching and learning, business/professional...
View ArticleLanguage, literacy and learning
This module is for people interested in exploring English language, literacy learning and teaching in today's world with its increasing linguistic and cultural diversity and rapid technological...
View ArticleMaking your learning count
This innovative and flexible OU level 1 module is a fantastic way for you to count previous or current study from the OU's free learning website, , or specified other open educational resources (OER)...
View ArticleCertificate of Higher Education in English Language
This certificate explores human communication by focusing on the English language, its history, diversity and flexibility. You'll learn what distinguishes machine language from human language, and how...
View ArticleDiploma of Higher Education in English Language
This diploma explores human communication by focusing on the English language, its history, diversity and flexibility. You'll learn what distinguishes machine language from human language and how...
View ArticleBA (Honours) English Language
This degree explores human communication by focusing on the English language, its history, diversity and flexibility. You'll learn what distinguishes machine language from human language and how people...
View ArticleCultures
First published on Mon, 20 Apr 2020 as Cultures. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website.
View ArticleEnglish in the world
Today, English is the pre-eminent global language, spoken by more than a quarter of the world's population. English plays a key role in international diplomacy, trade and commerce, the global media and...
View ArticleArts and languages Access module: fast track
This fast track version of our (Y031) allows you to explore the same fascinating subjects and benefit from the same tutor support, but with a bit of extra commitment, you'll complete your study in 18...
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