Hi Nangisai,
Thank you for your enquiry and interest in studying with
The Open University (OU). The Prospects website says, “An HNC is equivalent to
the first year of a university degree or a Certificate of Higher Education
(CertHE). It is a Level 4 qualification on the UK Regulated Qualifications
Framework (RQF), and is typically one year full-time, or two years part-time” –
please see the link below for more information:
HNC qualifications – Prospects | https://www.prospects.ac.uk/further-education/hnc-qualifications
We would encourage you to complete your own research into
the study route for your aims, e.g. by consulting a careers service. Following
your research, you are welcome to discuss your study intentions with one of our
advisers. Our full contact details can be found on the ‘Contact Us’ section of
The Open University website, or by visiting: https://www.open.ac.uk/contact
Registration to start the course this February will close
on 11th January. You can register online: through the website, or by phone: 0300 303 5303, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:30 (UK time). Please let us know if you require any further assistance.
Best wishes,
Neems