Meet our students

No one knows The Open University better than our students.  We think our students are incredible and the stories they have are inspiring.  

Tell us your story

We are always looking for students to tell us their story so if you would like to tell us how the OU has impacted your life then just get in touch to tell us you want to take part.

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Meet Anouska

Find out how Anouska used the transformative power of education to overcome daunting challenges. 

Meet Rea

Read about Rea's journey from working with animals to working with humans.

Meet Jason

Read Jason's journey from leaving school with 1 GCSE to becoming university graduate.

Meet Nick

Find out how Nick used credit transfer to change his life.

Meet Katie

Read how Katie studied while the OU helped her overcome some of life's greatest challenges.

Meet Orlagh

Read about Oralgh and her journey from working in retail to the IT sector.

Meet Jenny

Read more about Jenny's degree put her at the forefront of COVID-19 vaccine development.

Meet Tanya

Read more about how Tanya got her dream job with the help of the OU.

Watch Shauna's Story

Hear how the OU offered Shauna a new challenge and sense of accomplishment.

Meet Peter

Read about how Peter used OU study to propel his career in science.

Meet Leona

Find out how Leona manages studying to be a nurse, working full-time and raising a family.

Watch Bobby's story

Hear how Bobby is preparing for life after football with the help of the OU.