As a self-professed “people person”, Stefan Franks feels at home pursuing a career in adult nursing. Having left school with GCSEs and BTECs in travel, Stefan…
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People person Stefan swapped a life in the skies for saving lives
Science isn’t for girls? How Amy proved her doubters wrong
From a young age, 26-year-old Amy King was fascinated by science. But she was told by her school that “science isn’t for girls” and by a…
Want a career in engineering? Here’s 10 top tips for you
With 5,000 engineering students at the OU, and a third of these studying to change careers, here’s some advice on gaining experience in the sector from…
‘It’s crucial’: 6 reasons why you should embrace learning at work
Combining the ability to learn and work has been a positive – and in some cases life-changing – experience for many Open University students. We asked these…
7 things NOT to do in a job interview
They’re nerve-wracking and stressful but an interview could mean you’re one step away from that dream job – or at least a little closer to fulfilling your…