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Student Story: From 1 GCSE to University Graduate
Imagine leaving school and trying to start your career with just one GCSE. For Jason, from Belfast, this was reality. He initially pursued a plumbing apprenticeship after finishing school, hoping it would be the right fit, but soon realised his true passion lay elsewhere, engineering.
On 9 June, Jason will be at The Open University (OU) Degree Ceremony in Belfast, celebrating his success and his Bachelor of Engineering degree. He’s been on quite the journey to get to this point.
Student Story: Swapping species, from pooches to people
Rea, from Northern Ireland, has used The Open University (OU) to completely change career, swapping working with animals to working with humans.
Before studying with the OU, Rea had an educational background in Animal Science and Veterinary Nursing spanning almost a decade. Having seen an OU advert on TV, she decided to make a change and start the BSc in Psychology, following on her studies with an MSc Psychology elsewhere. She now works as a Forensic Psychologist within the NHS. Asked why she shifted direction, Rea had this to say:
Open University announces Honorary Graduates Gary Lightbody and Anna Burns for Belfast Degree Ceremony
The Open University is proud to announce two distinguished honorary graduates for its upcoming degree ceremony, set to take place in the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 9 June. This special event will honour the remarkable achievements of Gary Lightbody, the lead singer of the internationally acclaimed band Snow Patrol, and Anna Burns, the esteemed author of the award-winning novel, "Milkman."
Student Story: Not all superheroes wear capes
Not all superheroes wear capes, and for Larne’s Jenny Hope, the work she put it in studying with The Open University (OU) to earn the right to wear a lab coat and secure a BSc set her on the path to help fight Covid.
Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland – documentary about the Troubles
A gripping Open University/BBC co-production series Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland shares intimate stories from all sides of the conflict.
The Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Dr Peter Kyle MP visits The Open University in Belfast
The Open University (the OU) has welcomed a visit from the Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Dr Peter Kyle MP, locally to their Belfast Office.
Speaking on the visit, John D’Arcy, Director of The Open University in Ireland, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Dr Peter Kyle MP, to meet with our committed staff and students.”
Short, bite sized learning required to address skills gap
The Open University and the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce hosted a business roundtable on March 28, 2023, to discuss the skills gap in Northern Ireland. The event brought leaders from business, industry and government to share their insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the Northern Irish economy.
Podcasts from The Open University give a fresh perspective on the Good Friday Agreement
To mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, The Open University in Ireland is launching a new 4-part podcast series exploring the impact the agreement has had on society beyond just politics.
Free online learning hub launched by The Open University and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions
In a joint initiative, The Open University in Ireland (the OU) and the Northern Irish Committee of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (NIC ICTU) have launched a free online learning hub aimed at providing valuable education resources to workers and their families.
‘We are not thugs and hoods’ - New course empowers young people to use their voice rather than violence
Developed in collaboration with a group of teenage boys from the Shankill area of Belfast, Why Riot? Community, Choices and Aspirations supports young people to stop, think and use their voice, rather than violence, to work positively for change in their communities.
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