Open University Student Discount Card: What You Need To Know

Students at the Open University can access a range of discounts, and just need some proof of their student status. One way to do this is with the TOTUM card, which is the new name for the NUS (National Union of Students) Extra card. This card gives students access to a broad range of discounts and offers. Students can also access discounts through the UNiDAYS and Student Beans platforms, which are free to sign up for.

TOTUM (formerly NUS Extra) card

TOTUM offers two types of memberships: TOTUM STUDENT and TOTUM STUDENT+. TOTUM STUDENT is a free, digital-only membership that provides access to a range of offers through the TOTUM app. TOTUM STUDENT+ is a paid membership that includes additional benefits such as a free tastecard, a coffee club membership, and a physical card. With TOTUM STUDENT+, you can also add a PASS-accredited proof of age to the card, making it a valid form of ID.

The TOTUM card is accepted at many major brands, including Apple, Dominos, JD Sports, ODEON, Sky, and VUE. It can be used online and in-store, making it a versatile way to save money.

To apply for the TOTUM card, you will need to verify your student status by providing an academic email address, academic portal login, document confirming proof of study, or a verification/voucher code if provided by your university. Additionally, you will need to submit a photo and your mailing address.

The TOTUM card is a great way to access a wide range of student discounts and can be especially useful for those studying with the Open University. It is worth noting that some discounts may be available to Open University students without a TOTUM card, but having one expands the number of discounts you can access.

International Student Identity Card (ISIC)

The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is the only internationally accepted student identity card. It is recognised in over 130 countries and endorsed by UNESCO, as well as a wide range of national governments, ministries of education and tourism, student organisations and universities worldwide. The card provides student status verification and access to thousands of discounts worldwide, as well as to the global student community.

The ISIC card is issued to students in 98 countries and is managed by the ISIC Service Office d.o.o, a company seated in Belgrade, Serbia. The ISIC Service Office is wholly owned by the ISIC Association, a non-profit organisation that was first created by students in 1953. The Association aims to support students globally, helping to make their academic life easier, more affordable and more enjoyable.

The ISIC card is available to students in higher, tertiary, or full-time secondary education, with a minimum age requirement of 12 years. There is no upper age limit for obtaining an ISIC card, and the card's validity spans 16 months, aligning with the academic year of the country where it is purchased.

The ISIC card provides access to a range of benefits and discounts, including those for travel, accommodation, and cultural institutions. For example, students can get discounted rates on public transport and cheaper entry to museums and galleries. The card also provides access to the Student Club, where members can win flight tickets and get a 15% discount on Booking.com.

In addition to the ISIC card, the ISIC Association also issues the International Youth Travel Card (IYTC) for non-students aged 30 or younger, and the International Teacher Identity Card (ITIC) for teachers and professors.

UNiDAYS

The Open University provides personal institution email addresses to all registered students through Microsoft Office 365. To access your personal institution email address, you can refer to the link provided by the Open University: https://help.open.ac.uk/help-with-signing-in-to-ou-systems.

Once you have your personal institution email address, you can use it to sign up for a UNiDAYS account. However, if you encounter any issues during the verification process, you may need to provide additional proof of enrollment, such as an academic summary or a student ID card.

In addition to UNiDAYS, Open University students can also access other student discount platforms such as TOTUM, Student Beans, and SheerID, which provide similar benefits.

Student Beans

If you're studying with the Open University, you may be wondering if you're eligible for a Student Beans account and card. Student Beans is a great way to save money on a whole range of products and services, and it's an especially handy way of getting student discounts both online and in-store.

The good news is that, yes, as an Open University student, you are eligible to register for a Student Beans account and ID card. The Student Beans iD card is the #1 student identification card, and it's free for all students to use. It's easy to register and proves that you're a student, giving you access to 1000s of student discounts both online and on the high street.

To sign up for a Student Beans account and ID card, you'll need to head to the Student Beans website and create an account. Once you've created your account, you can verify your student status with your university. After your student status has been verified, you'll be able to access and use all the student discounts available on Student Beans.

With your Student Beans iD card, you can easily prove your student status and unlock a whole world of student discounts both online and in-store. So, whether you're looking to save on fashion, tech, food deliveries, or even holidays, your Student Beans account and ID card have got you covered. It's definitely worth signing up and taking advantage of the exclusive student discounts on offer.

Student discounts for clothing

Students often have to manage their finances carefully, but thankfully, many retailers recognise this and offer discounts to help them out. From high-street shops to online-only retailers, there are plenty of places where students can get a discount on clothing.

High-Street Shops

High-street shops that offer student discounts on clothing include:

• Burton
• ASOS
• French Connection
• Urban Outfitters
• Schuh
• Topshop/Topman
• River Island
• Office
• Abercrombie & Fitch
• Academy Sports + Outdoors
• Active Faith Sports
• Alpha Industries
• Aspinal of London
• Buffalo David Bitton
• French Connection
• Urban Outfitters
• MUJI
• Superdrug
• Boots Opticians
• Adidas
• American Eagle
• J.Crew
• Calvin Klein
• Meshki
• Superdry
• New Look
• H&M

Online Retailers

Online retailers that offer student discounts on clothing include:

• Cotton On
• The Iconic
• Bonds
• ASOS
• PrettyLittleThing
• Primose Jewellery
• SHEIN
• Nike

Student Discount Cards and Platforms

To claim some student discounts, you may need to have a student discount card or be signed up to a student discount platform. Here are some of the most popular options:

• TOTUM (UK)
• International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
• UNiDAYS (UK, US, Ireland, Denmark, Germany, New Zealand & Australia)
• Student Beans

Other Ways to Get Student Discounts

Some retailers, like Apple, offer discounts to students through their own schemes. It's always worth checking directly with the retailer to see if they offer any student discounts.

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