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Certificate of Higher Education in Computing & IT and a second subject at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A 120-credit distance-learning certificate combining computing and IT with a second subject such as business, design, mathematics, psychology or statistics, giving a grounding in computing and IT alongside the chosen area. It is also the first stage of a diploma or degree.

Duration: 120 credits; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Computing fundamentals 1 (TM110) and Computing fundamentals 2 (TM113) with second-subject options including B100, U101, MST124, MST125, D120 and M140.

Career pathways

Prepares students for roles where digital expertise and subject knowledge work together.

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Application information

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification; however, some basic knowledge of computing is needed (page text truncated).

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,088 a year (2026/27). Part-time, England fee: 60 credits a year over 2 years; total fee for the qualification GBP 8,176 Source

Duration: 120 credits; 2 years part-time

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