One associate degree. Two majors. A route to a bachelor’s.
Open Door University offers a 3-year Associate Degree delivered over 9 academic semesters and 60 credit hours. Graduates are prepared to transfer as third-year (junior) students into partner universities in the United States, Europe and beyond, continuing toward a bachelor’s degree.
Two majors, shaped by what displaced communities need
Additional majors will be introduced in the future as ODU continues to expand its academic offerings to meet the evolving needs of displaced and underserved youth.
Equipping students with foundational and applied skills in computer science, software development and artificial intelligence, preparing them for careers in technology and for further study.
- Associate Degree — 3 years, 9 semesters, 60 credit hours
- 45 credits in the major, 15 credits in general education
- Ends with an AI Capstone Project and portfolio preparation
Training students in psychological counseling with a focus on trauma-informed care, addressing the urgent mental health needs of displaced and crisis-affected communities.
- Associate Degree — 3 years, 9 semesters, 60 credit hours
- Curriculum detail to be published
Two years, nine semesters, sixty credits
The program is designed so students can carry rigorous coursework alongside their other responsibilities, and finish with a credential that transfers.
3-year Associate Degree
On completing the two-year program students are awarded an Associate Degree, recognised for transfer into partner universities.
9 academic semesters
The program runs across nine semesters over two years, with a manageable course load in each one.
60 credit hours
45 credits in the major (15 courses) and 15 credits of general education (5 courses).
Transfer as a junior
Graduates enter partner universities in the U.S., Europe and beyond as third-year students.
Computer Science & AI, semester by semester
15 major courses (45 credits) and 5 general education courses (15 credits), totalling 60 credits across nine semesters — two years of study.
- Digital Literacy & Computer Systems
- Programming Fundamentals I (Python)
- English for Computing (Gen-Ed)
- Mathematics for AI I
- Programming Fundamentals II (Python)
- Computer Systems & Networking Basics
- Mathematics for AI II (Linear Algebra)
- Discrete Mathematics
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Academic & Technical Writing (Gen-Ed)
- Probability & Statistics for AI
- Data Structures & Algorithms
- Introduction to Data Science
- Introduction to Machine Learning
- Practical AI Applications
- General Elective (Gen-Ed)
- AI Ethics & Responsible AI
- General Elective (Gen-Ed)
- AI Capstone Project
- Career & Portfolio Preparation (Gen-Ed)
Recognised now, formally accredited next
Open Door University is currently a member of ACSI (Association of Christian Schools International). Building on this foundation, ODU has a clear roadmap for formal accreditation.
ACSI member
ODU is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
United Kingdom — ODLQC
ODU plans to pursue accreditation from the Open & Distance Learning Quality Council within the next 3 years, ensuring its distance and online programs meet recognised UK quality standards.
United States — DEAC
ODU is pursuing accreditation through the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, ensuring its programs meet rigorous U.S. standards for distance and online education.
Ready to apply?
Applications for the Fall 2026 inaugural semester are open. You choose one major on your application.
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