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‘I feel like I can do anything, thanks to OU study!’
Having struggled with the structure of school and college, Leonie, 25, was convinced that higher education wasn’t for her, until a TV advert for The Open University (OU) made her think again. Now a proud Business Management graduate, Leonie shares how she juggled being a new mum with a busy job and full-time study. Figuring […]
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‘OU study helped me move on from the past – it changed my life’
Growing up in difficult circumstances, Ayesha, 38, never imagined that her ambition of achieving a degree was within reach, until an opportunity to empower others gave her the confidence to chase her dream. Now in the final year of a Health and Social Care degree with The Open University (OU), Ayesha describes how much higher […]
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5 ways OU study can supercharge your career
Whether you’re looking to climb the ladder or chasing the new career you’ve always dreamed of, studying with The Open University can unlock endless opportunities. Don’t just take it from us – five of our amazing students want you to know how OU study helped them carve a path to success. 1. Achieve a career […]
‘The OU gives you the tools to embrace who you are, and how you connect with the world’
When celebrated historian and Arts and Humanities graduate Michael, 72, received an invitation from The Open University (OU) to become an honorary graduate, he was so stunned he thought it was a prank! Now a proud Doctor of the University he regards as one of the “greatest British institutions”, Michael describes what the OU means […]
‘OU study is the best decision you’ll ever make,’ says proud graduate Maria
When English Literature and Creative Writing graduate Maria, 32, realised that attending a brick university wasn’t the right fit, she thought her dreams of becoming a writer were behind her. Spurred on by her mum, Maria discovered supported distance learning at The Open University and never looked back. Now celebrating the degree she always yearned […]
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‘OU study unlocked the career I’d always wanted’
For many years Emilie, 47, put her professional aspirations aside, working hard to pay the bills and be present as a mum. It wasn’t until her son completed his degree that Emilie decided it was her turn to shine, embarking on an Open University (OU) degree that would unlock the career she dreamed of. Now […]
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“OU study opens so many doors – just go for it,” says proud graduate Destanhy
When Destanhy, 23, fell pregnant during sixth form, her university plans were turned upside down. Determined to forge ahead with higher education, Destanhy embarked on her first Social Sciences module with The Open University (OU) when her baby was only a few weeks old. Destanhy shares how OU study sparked a love for psychology and […]
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‘The OU empowered me to learn my way,’ says Paralympic Gold medallist Gregg Stevenson
On the back of his incredible gold medal race with rowing partner Lauren Rowles, Sports, Fitness and Coaching graduate Gregg Stevenson took time out of his celebrations to share his inspirational story with The Open University community. After a traumatic incident when serving as a Royal Engineer Commando, Gregg struggled to come to terms with […]
‘OU study unlocked career opportunities I never imagined were possible’
When Law student Thomas, 38, left the British Army, he had no idea what his future would look like. Now in the final year of his Open University (OU) degree, Thomas has secured a prestigious training contract with world leading law firm, Freshfields LLP, providing a dream start to his career in law. Thomas shares […]
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‘My confidence is the best it’s ever been, thanks to the OU’
Hampered by low confidence, Kyle, 36, rejected the place he was offered at a campus university, despite his lifelong dream of achieving a degree. Now studying Arts and Humanities at The Open University (OU), Kyle shares how a promise to his late nan gave him the strength to fulfil his potential and unleash an insatiable […]
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