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• 28 July 2025 09:12Enquiry
I submitted an enquiry form about three weeks ago but haven’t received a response yet. If possible, I’d like to ask a few questions here regarding module choices (English Language) and accessibility.
BA(Honours)English Language
Thank you very much for your reply.
I am currently considering enrolling in the BA (Honours) English Language course and would appreciate your advice on a few points.
1 I am interested in a wide range of linguistics topics, such as phonetics, comparative linguistics, and historical linguistics, etc. I am currently considering taking the following modules to complete 360 credits: L101, 161, 102, 201, 222, 301, and 302.
Would these modules be suitable for studying what I’m interested in?
If those fields aren’t explored in depth, is support available after enrolling to help me pursue them on my own?
2 I am also interested in Classical Studies and would like to know if it is possible to take additional modules outside the English Language courses. For example, could I take A276?
3 Are there any in-person exams required for the English Language course? Since I live outside of the UK, I may not be able to travel to the UK campus frequently.
4 If I enrol, will I have access to academic staff or tutors who can answer advanced or specific questions about linguistics?
5 Is it possible to join teamwork-based activities or use online tutor rooms from outside of the UK? My available hours for live participation are from 0:00 am to 4:00 pm (UTC).
6 Lastly, I’d like to ask about the academic level of OU modules, especially those in English Language. Are they generally equivalent in standard to those offered at other UK universities?
I apologise for asking so many questions. Thank you very much for your time and help.
Hi there, thanks for your questions, I have listed the answers to these below;
1. The Open University does offer courses in linguistics, including aspects of phonetics, comparative linguistics, and historical linguistics, but not as a single, dedicated program specifically focused on all three, however aspects are covered in the BA (Honours) English Language course, for more information on each module please visit the dedicated module pages.
2. You can take additional modules, our regulations allow you to study stand-alone modules (modules which you aren't studying as part of qualification) at Level 2 or Level 3, you could discuss this with us once you begin you studies.
3. No in person exams. Exams are completed at home (remotely), or at another location of your choice, using your own computer, stationery and equipment.
4/5. Our undergraduate modules are taught by supported distance learning, which means that students study entirely from home. You will be sent written module material that is either sent to your home together with other learning materials such as books.
You will complete work within your own time and your tutor will set you work to complete through the weeks of your study. You will have a week by week study planner which you will have to adhere to on the lead up to your assignment dates. Your tutorials will be all online and you can book on to them at a time that best suits your circumstances. Most tutorials are recorded so you can refer back to them at later times. You will also get your tutors email address and phone number for queries outside of lesson time.
6. The Open University's academic standards are equivalent to those of traditional brick-and-mortar universities in the UK. Employers and organizations worldwide recognize the value of an Open University degree. The university employs rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure academic standards and the quality of the student learning experience
https://about.open.ac.uk/teaching-and-research/quality-and-standards
The next starting date for most modules will be in October. Registration for courses starting in October will close on the 11th September. You can register online https://msds.open.ac.uk/signon or by giving us a call on 0300 303 5303 (Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:30).
You can also request a call back on the following link:
https://www.open.ac.uk/request/callback
I hope this helps and wish you a lovely day