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Computing

The Open University Student Computing Policy sets out the expected ways in which you, as a student, will use Open University computing services in your studies.

This policy ensures you have clear information about how you should and should not use Open University computing services as part of your studies and in your interaction with The Open University, its staff and your fellow students. It includes policy on security, working safely online, using social media appropriately, communicating, and standards of behaviour. You should read and familiarise yourself with the policy and its appendices before beginning your studies.


Policy Documents

Effective for modules starting from 2 August 2024

Previous document versions

Effective for modules starting from 1 March 2016

  • The Open University Student Computing Policy (PDF, 325KB)

    For: This policy applies to anyone who has permission to sign into Open University websites and systems, excluding staff. Note that Professional Development and Microcredential learners have separate guidance.

    The Open University Student Computing Policy sets out the ways students are expected to use Open University computing services. This covers all computer systems provided by The Open University, including software, hosted computing services and the associated IT and telecommunication hardware covering the transmission, storage, organisation, presentation, generation, processing or analysis of data and information in electronic format over our network.

For more information about changes to policy, terms and conditions, and curriculum visit the change log.


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