IS LEVEL 2 MUCH HARDER?! | OPEN UNIVERSITY

Are you studying level 2 with the Open University in 2024? This video gives some insight into Level 1 and Level 2 differences when studying with the Open University. Hopefully, you will find some useful thoughts on the differences.
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[@richardskinner6391]

I'm at the tail end of stage 1 of BSc Computing and IT, moving on to stage 2 in October. Good to get some perspective on the shift from S1 to S2!

[@stacysspace]

Fingers crossed that you find it a positive experience Richard :)

[@abookabrewandcraftingtoo]

Thanks for sharing this it will be so helpful for the future and I’m sure it’s a video I will revisit. I was hoping to take part in your live last Sunday but my eldest son broke down and he’s only just passed his test so we had to go out on a rescue mission as he was in a panic.

[@stacysspace]

Oh no! Is he ok? That must have been scary for him (and probably you too)!

[@abookabrewandcraftingtoo]

@@stacysspace he’s ok thank you just got himself a bit anxious

[@chilibeanx5855]

Quick question - would I get full access to the online materials of my current modules after I've finished them? I was wondering because I’m doing a language module and there are some very useful audio clips and pronunciation guide etc on the module page online and half of the units are completely online… would be a shame if I can’t access those and review them again next year once I’ve moved onto the next stage… (if I'll have no access to them at the next stage, I might have to find a way to download/save everything in advance which might be a bit tricky... either way, it’d be good to know if full access to past module materials is available or not 🙂)

[@MrBigMAC88]

Hello Stacey I'm just at the start of my OU journey so this is just what I need to help me with the nerves before I start. I'm same I went to a uni 5 year ago I was actually a mature student then, just done 4 year college priory to that so the fact I left in the first year like you it kind of gets me down. So here I am ready for my pursuit of a history degree :) I know you mentioned it briefly in this vid but can you possibly do a vid on referencing as I've only ever done assignments at HND level 3 so I'm really stressed about that part of it & possibly a part reason I left before, I was 30 mature student & everyone else was kids & I just didn't feel the support like I did at college. I can go into level 2 because of my level 3 but choosing the level 1 for the reasons I mentioned above & to help me into my stride with it all. Brilliant vid by the way very much needed as you just can't get certain info off the OU websites as it's a bit dull & stressful.

[@stacysspace]

Hi! I am so glad you found it helpful! I am happy to do a video on referencing soon, but for the meantime, I just want to ease your mind. If you are going into Level 1, the OU guide you through referencing really well in my opinion-I was really worried about it before starting my degree too. They also have some fantastic referencing information provided in every module, the library have referencing workshops and Student Hub Live create wonderful live video classes (saved onto YT) about referencing so look them up because they differentiate their classes for Beginner, Intermediate etc. I talk a little bit about them in my next video actually. If you have ANY trouble with it, your tutor should be able to give you guidance too. Have you already started your first module or is it upcoming? X

[@lisametcalfe640]

Thanks for this video, Stacey. I am studying biology at OU and the L1 modules are general science so I'm struggling through the chemistry at the mo 😵‍💫. Hoping I'll feel more comfortable as I head into the biology specific L2 modules.

[@stacysspace]

Ugh! I took Chemistry at AS Level and HATED it!! Put me off my thrn chosen career of Forensic Science! I'm sure that biology next year will be better for you!

[@lisametcalfe640]

@stacysspace I just keep reminding myself that I'm learning and I'm overcoming some really tough challenges - chemistry, physics, maths - and I'm still on track.

[@stacysspace]

Absolutely! That is incredible :)@@lisametcalfe640

[@stacydavolls6374]

​@lisametcalfe640 hey Lisa, I'm in the exact same boat and the maths is a challenge! What biology area are you moving onto next year ? I signed up for the human biology aspect

[@capturetheloss1005]

Do you find having two years of level one too much? Like im yhinking of doing history and i am concerned il be too stuck in level one ways whwn j do level two.. Did you like only focusing on one moduke at a yime rather than myltiple modulws.like you would in a brick unu.

[@stacysspace]

I wondered the same before I started, but because it is two separate modules per level (in my case), it feels different every year anyway and they give me enough to focus on that it doesn’t feel too ‘samey’. Have you looked into the OU history degree options? You can always study full-time if you have enough time for it-I study part-time due to family and health reasons. That being said, for me, I think studying on one module at a time is beneficial because I can immerse myself in it and really get to grips with it, whereas studying for two different modules that can be quite fast-paced can be overwhelming for some I am sure. It definitely is a very individual decision. I hope that helped! 😊

[@asmallplacecalledhom]

Hi, currently at Level 1 studying Business Management. :)

[@stacysspace]

How are you finding it? 😊

[@samellis2904]

Would you recommend the OU if you’ve got no gcse/Alevels ?

[@janiceallan2981]

Hi Stacy I would like the live study on here please if possible. Thank you xx

[@stacysspace]

Thank you for letting me know-I will figure out how to do it on here! :)

[@ammytaj]

Nice video😊

[@stacysspace]

Thank you ☺️

[@aliajaffer3427]

👍

[@karanchapman3773]

What time do most of the tutorials take place

[@karanchapman3773]

Would you recommend doing it full time whilst working 25 hours a week