Careers advice from the OU
Latest news
Services for registered students
Use your OU computer username and password to access these services (info)
Careers consultation
Contact and talk with a careers adviser.
Forums
Talk with other students online and get guidance on career matters.
Employer Showcase
Find out about employers who are keen to recruit OU students and alumni.
Online vacancy service
Find a job through our Careers Service and Prospects.
Adult Directions
A tool to help you identify potential career options whatever your level of study.
Services
Publications
Download or order OU career planning publications.
Services for employers
Find out about recruiting OU students and graduates, and the OU student profile.
Features
New to this site?
Use the brief guide to career planning - a careers adviser explains what we mean by this process. This helps you to focus on areas of this site that are relevant to your needs.
Exploring your career options
What can you do? Find out which career or job might suit you and investigate options - portfolio working, voluntary work, working abroad.
Applying for jobs
Create effective applications and CVs, prepare for interviews, get advice about body language, and find out about assessment methods.
What employers say
Employers views on applications, interviews and the skills they rate.
Note: use your OU computer username and password to access What employers say (info)
Please note: the majority of the site is open to everyone, not just current students. The sections that are only available to OU students are clearly indicated.
If you are an OU student based overseas and studying full time through one of our partner organisations, some of our services may not be available. Our partners provide certain services directly to students.
The Conditions of Registration supplied by our partners provides an explanation of the rules and regulations that apply to you. If you are unsure, please contact your partner organisation.