Hi everyone, I'm new to the OU - starting AA100 (The arts past and present) in October. Hopefully going to do the full 120 credit course and then transfer to my local university to study Archaeology in 2 years' time. Pity that the OU doesn't offer an Archaeology degree or I would just complete it here instead! Hope to talk to some fellow newbies soon and start preparing for the course :)
Mark Ryan - Thu, 28/06/2012 - 13:48
Hey all
Im Mark, from southampton and i will be starting AA100 in september with a hope of in the future going into creative writing, my motivation is to be considered a good writer of poetry and fiction
Hellooo all :) I've just recently applied to OU. Not quite sure how to feel right now! I will be studying Criminology and Psychological Studies, first module being DD101. If theres anyone whos previously studied this or are, advice and tips of what to expect would be very appreciated! :)
Angela Limerick - Tue, 17/07/2012 - 15:04
Hi all, starting my first course with open university in october - undergraduate Criminology and Psychology Studies, bit nervous already! never studied since high school (I'm 31) be good to hear from others starting the Introducing the social sciences module at the same time as me :)
leonard Maung - Tue, 17/07/2012 - 21:06
Hi all,
Looking to start the Foundation Degree in Retail Management in October. Has anyone either started it or looking to go on the course? Is there a book I should get before I start the course or any kind of research? Im also interested in the introduction to retail management and marketing. Which course would carry more weight in the retail industry as I am working for Tescos.
Thanks
Leonard
leonard Maung - Thu, 19/07/2012 - 18:35
Hi all,
Looking to start an OU course a Foundation degree in retail management. Is anyone starting or started an OU course from Yeovil?:)
thanks
Leonard
Vicky Walsh - Mon, 23/07/2012 - 17:28
I am starting the Openings course Y180 in September. I'm a bit nervous going back to studying after 12 years so if anyone has any advice it would be gratefully received. Please get in touch if you have studied or will also be starting the course.
Yvonne Blackborough - Wed, 01/08/2012 - 10:08
Hi, I am starting DD131 Introduction to Social Science in October, then starting DSE141 in February. I plan to do an Open Degree but with an emphasis on Psychology, Philosophy and the Social Sciences. It's many years since I did any studying and never before at this level so feeling a bit nervous about it. I'm trying to use the time before the course starts to brush up on my study skills using Open Learn - it's really good and I would recommend it to anyone who feels they could use a refresher. I live in Dorchester and it would be great to hear from anyone else who lives nearby.
Lisa Freeman - Wed, 08/08/2012 - 15:10
Hi, I'm starting K101 in October doing a degree in Childhood and youth studies...nervous and excited, just want to get started now! I may regret that though.
Feel free to message me.
Lis xx
Melanie Causer - Fri, 10/08/2012 - 23:33
Hi, my name is Mel , and I too are very excited, but also very nervous about starting my new course.
Im on the Y183 Starting with Psychology, I know that it's what I really want to do, but will I be able to complete it, or will it just encase with with stress and angst.i truly hope not.
Well I'm really pleased to say this is the first time ever that I've been on any kind of forum, please let me not if I've made mistakes, or just to say hi, would be fantastic.
Mel x x x
Sophie Alex - Sun, 12/08/2012 - 15:23
Hi, I'm Sophie-Alex, and I will be starting DD101 in October, looking to gain a BSc in Criminology and Psychology.
Getting very neervous now but also very excited. Can't wait to get started!
If anyone else is going to be studying the same as me, please let me know, as it would be great to get together, even over skype, msn, ect to help each other out.
Thanks, and good luck!
Sophie-Alex
Vicky Brown - Thu, 16/08/2012 - 01:46
Hi
I am starting DSE141 in Oct! I am so excited yet nervous at the same time, is anybody else doing Psychology? All help and advice welcome lol Good luck to all new starters :-D
Robyn Bateman - Thu, 16/08/2012 - 08:58
Hi Vicky and welcome to the OU! You might be able to hook up with other psychology students over in the psychology group on Platform. Best of luck with your studies
__________________
Robyn Bateman (member of the Platform team)
Lynda Gawley - Thu, 23/08/2012 - 17:33
Hi I am starting the K101 course shortly, feeling a bit nervous anyone done this course would have any advice, its been a while since I have studied. Any tips would be much appreciated. :))
El Bouguern - Sun, 26/08/2012 - 13:00
hello everybody. it's been since 2005 when i earned my BA. Now back to my trip with studies again with MA in education. anyone there with similar direction?
Ann Stanton - Tue, 28/08/2012 - 21:14
Hi
I'm also new to the OU, nervous about it all, but also excited. Doing M123 Using Mathematics, work at a school already and like the idea of maybe becoming a teacher one day. I'm near Southampton and may need help with study.
Good luck to everyone, hope you all enjoy the OU
ann
Richard Randall - Thu, 30/08/2012 - 15:26
Hello everybody, Im Richard and I'm 23 years old and have decided to get my head down and back into studying. I've enrolled for business studies with spanish pathways and not entirely sure what to expect with this OU course. I am starting my first module L1940 portales: beginners spanish in october and my second module B120: An introduction to business studies in april
I'm also thinking of starting the L140 en rumbo: intermediate spanish in february...I'm looking on a bit of advice weather to start this module in feb or wait until oct 2013 as i'm unsure what the work load is going to be like with the OU
Any replies would be great even if it's just to introduce yourself
thanks guys,
Rich
Nicola Callander - Thu, 20/09/2012 - 16:03
i am so nervous i really want to do well at this. anybody looking for a study partner?
Laura Page - Thu, 27/09/2012 - 10:57
Hi,
My name is Laura and I am new to the OU like so many others. Have to admit I am finding it some comfort that some of you, like me, are feeling overwhelmed with the new experience!
Not to sure how I am going to find time to look around and get used to the website and all it has to offer as well as fitting in the study.
I am studying Paramedic Science whilst working FT in the Ambulance Service.
Kym Goddard - Wed, 03/10/2012 - 11:34
Hi, I'm Kym! Starting E100 from the Childhood and Youth Degree this month. I'm 22 and come from Kent - would be nice to meet some people from the area who are studying with the OU! x
Rebecca Kitson - Fri, 19/10/2012 - 21:42
I'm Bex, I start MST121 and T173 in February and just wanted to say hi. I'm 28, and from Sunny South Wales where I live with my son and my partner. And I'm actually really excited to start :)
Jenn Ridley - Thu, 25/10/2012 - 19:42
Hi everyone (I can't remember if I've posted here or not)
I begin staudying modules DSE141 and DD131 in February working towards a BSc Hons Psychology.
My name is Jenn, I'm 31 (32 in January) and live in the North East (near Newcastle). This is my first time studying with the OU and my first time studying at all for 8 years, I am really excited to start my course but also quite worried.
Natalie Roff - Tue, 06/11/2012 - 14:01
Hi name is Natalie, Ive just started the November Y176 understanding children and young people openings course. I'm really excited and a little aprehensive about studying with the open university. I live in Kent and have been a post lady for nearly 10 years. I dont yet have children of my own. I hope to eventually qualify as a social worker or something in a similar field. Any one else out there just started on this course or anyone who has been through it?
It would be great to meet some peers on here for friendship and support and interaction.
Natalie
Sherrie Lawford - Sun, 18/11/2012 - 15:04
Hi my name is Sherrie from Huddesfield. Started the OU Openings Course in November, studying Understanding Management Y179. I was a little nervous, as I haven't studied for 20 years, feel very rusty, very excited and looking forward to learning all about writing essays, note-taking etc.
I would be interested in hearing from other OU students studying Understanding Management Y179 and any peers for support and advice.
Thank you for reading my comment.
Lynn Heaton - Tue, 20/11/2012 - 20:09
Hi there everyone
Yes I'm one of the newbee's too who is due to start a W100 in Feb 13. Upon reading a few comments I have noticed that there are a few 40+ people doing this course. All I can say is don't worry your life experiance and actually wanting to do this course is a good start. I always say if your interested in anything you'll go the extra mile to succeed and learn more.
Good luck everyone
Rebecca Watts - Mon, 03/12/2012 - 11:36
Hi all, I am new to the OU and studying Law W100 and W200 at the same time (all my W200 law books have turned up before the first part of the module books have so I'm rather flustered)
Anyone else out there in Exeter, Uk? Love to hear about your experiences with the OU!
Sarah Cottingham - Mon, 03/12/2012 - 14:02
Hi,
I am Sarah and I am going to start my Environmental Science Degree in Feb 13. Im new to OU and cant wait to get started. Any one else out there going to start the U116 Module in Feb??? I'd love to hear from you.
Also would appreciate any advice/tips about studying with the OU
Cheers
Tracey Johnson - Tue, 11/12/2012 - 16:44
Hi I'm new!
Im starting the K101 & DD101 in Febuary as part of my BA Hons in Heath & Social Care.
Im looking for others to chat to who are doing these courses.
Marie Alben - Thu, 03/01/2013 - 02:44
Hi Tracey
I'm also starting Health and social care in feb this year, I havent studied for years so im really looking forward to the challenge, and also meeting/chatting to new people. Wishing you all the Best on your course.Hope to speak to you soon
Marie
Jemma Underhill - Tue, 18/12/2012 - 20:16
Hey, New to ou very intimidated by the whole thing as i have not studied for many yrs
Hi everyone, I'm new to the OU - starting AA100 (The arts past and present) in October. Hopefully going to do the full 120 credit course and then transfer to my local university to study Archaeology in 2 years' time. Pity that the OU doesn't offer an Archaeology degree or I would just complete it here instead! Hope to talk to some fellow newbies soon and start preparing for the course :)
Hey all
Im Mark, from southampton and i will be starting AA100 in september with a hope of in the future going into creative writing, my motivation is to be considered a good writer of poetry and fiction
Very excited and really want as many study buddies as possible you can add me on facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/mark.ryan.9843
Cant wait to meet you all
Mark
Hellooo all :) I've just recently applied to OU. Not quite sure how to feel right now! I will be studying Criminology and Psychological Studies, first module being DD101. If theres anyone whos previously studied this or are, advice and tips of what to expect would be very appreciated! :)
Hi all, starting my first course with open university in october - undergraduate Criminology and Psychology Studies, bit nervous already! never studied since high school (I'm 31) be good to hear from others starting the Introducing the social sciences module at the same time as me :)
Hi all,
Looking to start the Foundation Degree in Retail Management in October. Has anyone either started it or looking to go on the course? Is there a book I should get before I start the course or any kind of research? Im also interested in the introduction to retail management and marketing. Which course would carry more weight in the retail industry as I am working for Tescos.
Thanks
Leonard
Hi all,
Looking to start an OU course a Foundation degree in retail management. Is anyone starting or started an OU course from Yeovil?:)
thanks
Leonard
I am starting the Openings course Y180 in September. I'm a bit nervous going back to studying after 12 years so if anyone has any advice it would be gratefully received. Please get in touch if you have studied or will also be starting the course.
Hi, I am starting DD131 Introduction to Social Science in October, then starting DSE141 in February. I plan to do an Open Degree but with an emphasis on Psychology, Philosophy and the Social Sciences. It's many years since I did any studying and never before at this level so feeling a bit nervous about it. I'm trying to use the time before the course starts to brush up on my study skills using Open Learn - it's really good and I would recommend it to anyone who feels they could use a refresher. I live in Dorchester and it would be great to hear from anyone else who lives nearby.
Hi, I'm starting K101 in October doing a degree in Childhood and youth studies...nervous and excited, just want to get started now! I may regret that though.
Feel free to message me.
Lis xx
Hi, my name is Mel , and I too are very excited, but also very nervous about starting my new course.
Im on the Y183 Starting with Psychology, I know that it's what I really want to do, but will I be able to complete it, or will it just encase with with stress and angst.i truly hope not.
Well I'm really pleased to say this is the first time ever that I've been on any kind of forum, please let me not if I've made mistakes, or just to say hi, would be fantastic.
Hi, I'm Sophie-Alex, and I will be starting DD101 in October, looking to gain a BSc in Criminology and Psychology.
Getting very neervous now but also very excited. Can't wait to get started!
If anyone else is going to be studying the same as me, please let me know, as it would be great to get together, even over skype, msn, ect to help each other out.
Thanks, and good luck!
Sophie-Alex
Hi
I am starting DSE141 in Oct! I am so excited yet nervous at the same time, is anybody else doing Psychology? All help and advice welcome lol
Good luck to all new starters :-D
Hi Vicky and welcome to the OU! You might be able to hook up with other psychology students over in the psychology group on Platform. Best of luck with your studies
__________________
Robyn Bateman (member of the Platform team)
Hi I am starting the K101 course shortly, feeling a bit nervous anyone done this course would have any advice, its been a while since I have studied. Any tips would be much appreciated. :))
hello everybody. it's been since 2005 when i earned my BA. Now back to my trip with studies again with MA in education. anyone there with similar direction?
Hi
I'm also new to the OU, nervous about it all, but also excited. Doing M123 Using Mathematics, work at a school already and like the idea of maybe becoming a teacher one day. I'm near Southampton and may need help with study.
Good luck to everyone, hope you all enjoy the OU
ann
Hello everybody, Im Richard and I'm 23 years old and have decided to get my head down and back into studying. I've enrolled for business studies with spanish pathways and not entirely sure what to expect with this OU course. I am starting my first module L1940 portales: beginners spanish in october and my second module B120: An introduction to business studies in april
I'm also thinking of starting the L140 en rumbo: intermediate spanish in february...I'm looking on a bit of advice weather to start this module in feb or wait until oct 2013 as i'm unsure what the work load is going to be like with the OU
Any replies would be great even if it's just to introduce yourself
thanks guys,
Rich
i am so nervous i really want to do well at this. anybody looking for a study partner?
Hi,
My name is Laura and I am new to the OU like so many others. Have to admit I am finding it some comfort that some of you, like me, are feeling overwhelmed with the new experience!
Not to sure how I am going to find time to look around and get used to the website and all it has to offer as well as fitting in the study.
I am studying Paramedic Science whilst working FT in the Ambulance Service.
Hi, I'm Kym! Starting E100 from the Childhood and Youth Degree this month. I'm 22 and come from Kent - would be nice to meet some people from the area who are studying with the OU! x
I'm Bex, I start MST121 and T173 in February and just wanted to say hi. I'm 28, and from Sunny South Wales where I live with my son and my partner. And I'm actually really excited to start :)
Hi everyone (I can't remember if I've posted here or not)
I begin staudying modules DSE141 and DD131 in February working towards a BSc Hons Psychology.
My name is Jenn, I'm 31 (32 in January) and live in the North East (near Newcastle). This is my first time studying with the OU and my first time studying at all for 8 years, I am really excited to start my course but also quite worried.
Hi name is Natalie, Ive just started the November Y176 understanding children and young people openings course. I'm really excited and a little aprehensive about studying with the open university. I live in Kent and have been a post lady for nearly 10 years. I dont yet have children of my own. I hope to eventually qualify as a social worker or something in a similar field. Any one else out there just started on this course or anyone who has been through it?
It would be great to meet some peers on here for friendship and support and interaction.
Natalie
Hi my name is Sherrie from Huddesfield. Started the OU Openings Course in November, studying Understanding Management Y179. I was a little nervous, as I haven't studied for 20 years, feel very rusty, very excited and looking forward to learning all about writing essays, note-taking etc.
I would be interested in hearing from other OU students studying Understanding Management Y179 and any peers for support and advice.
Thank you for reading my comment.
Hi there everyone
Yes I'm one of the newbee's too who is due to start a W100 in Feb 13. Upon reading a few comments I have noticed that there are a few 40+ people doing this course. All I can say is don't worry your life experiance and actually wanting to do this course is a good start. I always say if your interested in anything you'll go the extra mile to succeed and learn more.
Good luck everyone
Hi all, I am new to the OU and studying Law W100 and W200 at the same time (all my W200 law books have turned up before the first part of the module books have so I'm rather flustered)
Anyone else out there in Exeter, Uk? Love to hear about your experiences with the OU!
Hi,
I am Sarah and I am going to start my Environmental Science Degree in Feb 13. Im new to OU and cant wait to get started. Any one else out there going to start the U116 Module in Feb??? I'd love to hear from you.
Also would appreciate any advice/tips about studying with the OU
Cheers
Hi I'm new!
Im starting the K101 & DD101 in Febuary as part of my BA Hons in Heath & Social Care.
Im looking for others to chat to who are doing these courses.
Hi Tracey
I'm also starting Health and social care in feb this year, I havent studied for years so im really looking forward to the challenge, and also meeting/chatting to new people. Wishing you all the Best on your course.Hope to speak to you soon
Marie
Hey, New to ou very intimidated by the whole thing as i have not studied for many yrs
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