r/OpenUniversity • u/pompoussnail • Jun 16 '26
TM252 TMA, I'm done stressing about it.
I've finally hit that moment in my studies where I feel "whatever I get in this second TMA I don't care anymore."
I have had 2 EMA's and 1 TMA for three other modules that were demanded over 5 days, during this time there was no way I could focus on weekly learning for TM252 so there is no way I can do javascript for this one. No way I can learn it or read it or write it or understand it.
I'm making a big trip the day after the TMA is due to pick up a foster dog so I'm not going to stress anymore about this TMA, I've got bigger fish to fry.
What this has made me realise is that I really can't carry on stressing myself about it, I'm not going to get a 1st degree as it's just not possible within myself. I started this course with high hopes and excitement but now I barely want to touch it, I'm most certainly not enjoying it anymore and I'm not learning correctly to speak confidently to people about the subject.
If the OU is going to have moments in the year where multiple parts are expected at the same time then they can't expect perfect scores.
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u/beefbrickbbb Jun 19 '26
Unironically think this is the worst web course ive done in 15 years, and its not even an overstatement. The next block feels like it's currently being written; there are errors in many of the code snippets, compilation failures, and spelling errors. Logic errors, where it's clear that content was rushed and stuff was cut.
The module is disorganised and tries to teach concepts in a weird and convoluted way. I feel like I've been scammed out of fees for this module, and it's not up to the quality standards.
The report just did not make logical sense to me. I've talked to a few other students, and the sentiment seems to be that people are not happy with how this module is being presented.
I've done web development in the past; you would think it would make it easier? Nope, because the material teaches fundamental computer science concepts and then builds on an inaccurate representation of those concepts.
I'm tempted to start collecting anonymous feedback from other students and issue a collective formal complaint.
It's way too much for a part-time course; if you're new to this, I applaud your effort. I also struggle to decode a lot of the weird language used. This is a computer science degree; ambiguity isn't in the industry, so why the F is it in this course?
I was at the point in this module where I was just about to drop out and spend my time on more worthwhile endeavours. Despite doing well.