Masters by module

[WorkingMama39]

I would like to study a masters degree but am unsure about time commitment. I’d like to study towards a masters module by module if possible building the qualification each year to hopefully complete a masters. Are there any universities that offer this (ideally distant learning) other than the OU?

I did my MSc part time so I did a couple of modules per semester.
That way, I was able to meet students studying the same thing, chat about assignments etc.
It depends on the subject, but you can sometimes do a postgraduate certificate then upgrade.

Many do
The problems is that you may lose momentum and if it’s a subject you are learning new then you constantly have to revisit the previous years work to get back up to speed.
it’s also more expensive than doing it full or part time.

many masters courses allow you to start with a PGCert or PG dip depending on depth which is a set number of credits that can then count towards a masters if you choose to continue. Would this be an option to dip your toes in?

I did my MSc with OU and it was fantastic, so I'd certainly recommend not discounting the OU.

Mine was over 3 years, a module every 6 months with a gap in between, which was perfect to combine with working and mothering. The expected workload was 15 hours a week, I spent far less time than that but had flurries of work when assignments were due (or prepping for exams).

I did a Masters in Law this way with the University of London.

You should do OU, unless you know for a fact all your classes will be online, or unless you don't have any other time commitments between 9-5 Monday to Friday.

Thanks all, OU doesn’t offer the subject I’m interested otherwise I’d be looking into it. University of London seems to offer what I want so will explore. Thanks again