Student Handbook 2024/25
Housing Practice (Year 1 of 3) (Open University Level 5 Foundation Degree)
Open University
Care & Health
Important Message
Fees must be paid at the time of enrolment, or arrangements should be put in place to pay by instalments. The full fee includes tuition, registration and examination fees (where relevant). Depending on your circumstances you may be entitled to a reduced (concessionary) fee. Reduced fees are applied to the cost of tuition only. Failure to enrol before the Awarding Body deadline may result in you incurring a late fee.
Available Sessions
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CourseCampusTypeStart DateFees
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Course: Open University Level 5 Foundation Degree in Housing Practice (Year 1 of 3) Ref D057Campus: Strand RoadType: Part TimeStart Date: 11/09/2025
(Thu:9:00AM-6:00PM / Fri:9:00AM-12:30PM /)Fees:
Full £500.00
Concession £200.00
Examination £85.00
Course Offering
- Site location Strand Road
Course Modules
- CIH Level 4 Certificate in Housing
- The Effective Learner and Reflective Practitioner
- Work-Based Learning
- Effective Communication
- Sustainable Cities and Society
- Partnership Working for Housing Developments & Rental Markets
- Health and Housing
- Housing Management
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
UK Requirements:UCAS tariff score of 48 or above plus GCSE Mathematics and English Language at Grade C or above or equivalent. Entry can also be made from National Certificate/Diploma, HE Access, NVQs or by the College’s policy relating to APL/APEL.ROI Requirements:UCAS tariff score of 48 or above plus OLC (Grade 04 or above) in Maths and English. Entry can also be made from National Certificate/Diploma, HE Access, NVQs or by the College’s policy relating to APL/APEL.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Interview Required
Access NI Check
Additional Information
Course Modules:
CIH Level 4 Certificate in Housing
The Effective Learner and Reflective Practitioner
Work-Based Learning
Effective Communication
Sustainable Cities and Society
Partnership Working for Housing Developments & Rental Markets
Health and Housing
Housing Management
Further Study:
It is anticipated that a Degree in Housing Practice will be developed later and delivered in Northern Ireland (a 1-year top-up potential via Foundation Degree), that will provide further opportunities for those working in the Housing sector. However, please note that this is subject to approval.
Career Prospects:
The programme will help enable Housing graduates to progress into professional roles (including leadership positions) within the Housing sector.
Enquiry
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