
Open Study College
Open Study College is a Birmingham-based distance learning provider. Mark and Samantha Rutter set it up in 2007, and the family still runs it. It sells more than 700 accredited online courses, from GCSEs and A Levels to vocational qualifications. Learners work from home on their own schedule, with a personal tutor on hand from start to finish. Shopperazzi lists its courses and current offers alongside enrolment details.
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- Student discountAll enrolled students are entitled to a free XO Student Discounts membership for exclusive online discounts. They also offer discounts via Student Beans.
- Join Returning learners discount, Refer a friend, Family DiscountsReturning learners receive £100 off their next course. Refer a friend to get a £25 Amazon gift card for both. Family Discounts offer £50-£100 off per person for multiple household enrolments.
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About Open Study College
Courses on the menu
The course list spans school subjects and career training. Adults returning to education can sit GCSEs or A Levels online. Others are aiming for a job change, with AAT accounting, NCFE CACHE childcare and nail technician training among the popular choices. Most courses take around 80 hours of study, spread over as long as a year.
How studying works
There are no fixed deadlines, so sessions can fit around shifts, childcare or a day job. Each student gets unlimited help from a personal tutor, who can be contacted as often as needed. Course materials arrive digitally straight after enrolment. Where a course includes printed materials, these are posted to UK addresses. The college says it has taught over 150,000 learners and collected 19 awards.
Paying and changing your mind
Visa and Mastercard are accepted, as are PayPal and Klarna. Distance learning contracts come with a 14-day cooling-off period. That leaves time to cancel if a course turns out to be the wrong fit. Enrolled students also receive free XO Student Discounts membership and can use Student Beans.
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Open Study College quick facts
| Delivery | Digital course materials delivered instantly. Physical materials posted to UK addresses. |
|---|---|
| Returns | 14-day cooling off period for distance learning contracts. |
| International shipping | Yes |
| Payment methods | Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Klarna |
| Loyalty scheme | Returning learners discount, Refer a friend, Family Discounts |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Headquarters | Birmingham, United Kingdom |
| Stores | 2 offices |
Open Study College contact
- Website
- openstudycollege.com
- Phone
- 0121 329 4656
- Hours
- Education specialist team: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm, Sat 11am-5pm. Learner services: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
Open Study College FAQs
Where is Open Study College based?
The college is headquartered in Birmingham and operates from two offices. It was founded in 2007 and remains a family-run business, with all teaching delivered online.
Can I cancel a course after enrolling?
Yes. Distance learning contracts carry a 14-day cooling-off period, so a learner who has second thoughts can cancel within that window.
How can I pay for a course?
Open Study College takes Visa, Mastercard and PayPal. Klarna is also offered at checkout for those who prefer it.
How long does a typical course take?
Most courses need roughly 80 hours of study. Learners usually have up to a year to finish, without strict deadlines along the way.




