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Postgraduate Diploma in Systems Thinking in Practice at The Open University

The Open University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Diploma develops the ability to approach complex, messy problem situations, providing practical tools and new perspectives for problem-solving.

Duration: 2 years part-time (60 credits per year, 16-20 hours a week). Must be completed within 8 years.  |  Intake: October 2027 (next start shown on page)  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Location: Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

120 credits: two 30-credit systems thinking modules (TB871 and TB872) and 60 credits from option modules.

Career pathways

Systems thinking skills are relevant in business, development, engineering, environment, health, IT and organisational change.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The qualification has no formal entry requirements; a UK honours degree (or equivalent) is recommended, together with minimum IELTS scores for applicants whose first language is not English.

GBP 6,355 for the whole programme (2026/27). Total for the qualification at 2026/27 prices with England selected as location; paid one module at a time. Module materials, tuition, assessment and exams included; fee valid for modules starting before 31 July 2027. Published as a range (GBP 6,355 to 11 Source

Intake: October 2027 (next start shown on page)

Duration: 2 years part-time (60 credits per year, 16-20 hours a week). Must be completed within 8 years.

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