News from The Open University
People with a strong interest in moving into a digital career have an opportunity to change their fortunes for the better. Two free Skills Bootcamps are being delivered by The Open University (OU) that will fast track those taking part into their first digital job or into a new digital role with their existing employer. […]
Read more about Funded digital-skills job training for over 19s
At the start of her Open University (OU) journey, Lea was homeless and suffering with her mental health. She’s now completed a Social Sciences undergraduate degree and a Master’s in Psychology with the OU, is living independently and has started a business to help others in the community to feel less alone. Lea shares how […]
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Whilst many say young people have been hugely affected by the pandemic, latest polling reveals a new wave of optimism when it comes to the study and the career choices of today’s school leavers. The Open University study has identified the next generation of ‘Passion-preneurs’ – students inspired to undertake a degree and pursue a […]
Read more about ‘Generation Hustle’: The Open University discovers a new wave of Passion-preneurs
Who says there’s only one path to success? After receiving an offer for a brick university at 18, Candace decided to do things differently by jumping straight into the world of work. Not wanting to put her life on hold to gain her qualifications, Candace, now 24, began studying Business Management (Marketing) with The Open […]
Read more about ‘After redundancy, I’m shaping my future with the OU and GO Wales’
Dr Victoria (Vic) Pearson, Senior Lecturer in the School of Physical Sciences at The Open University, has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship in the 2021 National Teaching Fellowship Scheme (NTFS). The NTFS recognises excellence in teaching and celebrates individuals who have made an outstanding impact on student outcomes and the teaching profession. Vic has […]
Read more about OU’s teaching excellence recognised by national award
A new study by an international team of researchers, including academics from The Open University and Harvard University, has had its findings published in the journal Cell. They have presented the discovery of a new mechanism that can darken the colour of human skin as a natural defence against ultraviolet (UV)-associated cancers. Melanin, the dark […]
After suffering a personal trauma, Open University (OU) Law student Elizabeth Hill, found solace in her studies and the inspiration for a new career. At 23, she’s now on a journey to becoming a Barrister and is driven to pursue a career at the Bar so she can advocate for others. On the back of […]
Read more about OU Law student secures top prize on journey to becoming barrister
Staycationing holidaymakers will have a chance to “travel” the globe in a new BBC and Open University (OU) co-production “Write Around the World with Richard E Grant” airing on TV this week. The three-part series, which airs on BBC Four from Tuesday, 3 August, at 9pm, sees thespian Grant charting the journeys of some well-loved […]
Read more about New OU/BBC show allows armchair “travelling” through literature
Clara Collins, 21, is proof that it’s never too late to turn things around. After experiencing a disrupted education and spending time in care, Clara is now studying Law with The Open University (OU) and determined to use her skills to advocate for others. Clara shares how she now has the right support to change […]
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Informed by Open University (OU) research, a new golf monitoring app has launched, which is designed to offer in-depth athlete analysis as well as research insight. The AMI Sports: Golf app enables golfers to track their training, practice, tournaments and daily wellness measures to provide insights to optimise their performance and reduce the risk of […]
Read more about OU research informs development of new golf athlete monitoring app
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