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DipHE Social Care (Scotland)

The Open University
Part-timeSubject: Social Sciences
Course Score
C /57
Graduate Salary
£27,500
Satisfaction
N/A
Degree Completion
45%
Professional Jobs
50%
Meaningful Work
96%

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About The Open University

The Open University (OU) is a public research university and the largest university in the United Kingdom by number of students. The majority of the OU's undergraduate students are based in the United Kingdom and principally study off-campus; many of its courses (both undergraduate and postgraduate) can also be studied anywhere in the world.

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Student Living Costs

South East
Est. Annual Total
£11,400
*Based on NatWest Student Index
Monthly Breakdown£950
Rent£600
Groceries£200
Bills & Transport£150
Average Pint£4.50

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