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Open College of the Arts
Open College of the Arts
We are the Open College of the Arts. An open access, distance learning provider of higher education courses based in Barnsley, UK.
We were created by Michael Young in 1987, one of the founders of the Open University, to offer high quality arts courses as a means to transform lives, with the opportunity to develop and express creative talents under the guidance of experienced artists.
An OCA qualification, be that a degree, Certificate or Diploma in Higher Education, or undergraduate credit, can be a huge achievement for many and opens the doors to new careers, or new lifestyles built around the arts.
Courses
Why choose Open College of the Arts
Over 2000 people study with us every year as part of a truly global community representing 67 nationalities worldwide on 13 degree programmes and one Master's. We reach people in every walk of life, with over 20% of our students having a declared disability, and many students from disadvantaged backgrounds, and with no qualifications. Our students come from every walk of life imaginable, fitting work, family, caring responsibilities and everything else alongside study and more besides.
Awards & Accreditations
validated degrees
University of Creative Arts
Best postgraduate teaching team
Prospects Post Graduate Awards (2014)
Winner of Secondary School and Higher Education Award
The Big Draw (2019)
Reviews
Average rating 4.6
The tutor input, their encouragement and experience has been great. The course content in all subjects studied has been challenging and helped me improve. The student group set...
My current tutor has been superb and helped me with my research. I'm using the experience and skills I've learnt to curate my own exhibition and develop a design for my book.
The flexibility of the course has really helped, I've enjoyed the ability to manage my time. Tutors and course leader are very knowledgeable and help me to improve. And there is...