Careers advice from the OU
- I'm not sure where to start
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- Career planning – brief guide to career planning
- About you – identifying your skills and abilities
- Exploring your career options – considering career or study options open to you
- Adult Directions – matching your skills and interests to potential careers
- I need help with job applications
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- Applying for jobs
- What employers say (registered students only)
- Career planning and job seeking workbook (PDF, 1.71MB) (registered students only)
- I want to know how and where to look for jobs
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- Job seeking
- Online vacancy service (registered students only)
- Regional and national vacancy sources (registered students only)
- Voluntary work
- Employer showcase (registered students only)
- I want to know about opportunities related to my subject
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- OU study and your career
- Forums (registered students only)
- Student stories
Spotlight On
For OU Students
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Try CV Builder to create a winning CV and give us feedback through our short survey.
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Guides and Publications
Check out our online guide to find out how to make the most of what this site offers.
Download career planning publications from the OU or from AGCAS (The Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services).