Our student stories

Exposure to family law has undoubtedly sparked an interest in advocating for those who don’t have a voice. I want to become a barrister and I will be applying to study the Bar training course when I complete my OU studies next year.

I’ve always had really positive engagement in response to my experience gained at the OU. I think it goes a long way in proving your resilience, organisational and time-keeping skills.

Don’t let anyone, or anything, stand in the way of you bettering yourself. Becoming a mother is my proudest achievement but gaining a first-class honours law degree with very minimal sleep is a close second.

I’ve been able to achieve a Law degree without sacrificing the sport I love.

The OU is very highly regarded as an institution. And employers know that you are self-motivated and disciplined, particularly if you have other responsibilities, such as children to care for.

Just because you’ve been doing something for a long time, doesn’t mean it has to be your future. With the OU, you can take charge of your destiny. It’s never too late to make a change.

There was no other university that offered me everything I needed.

The OU opens up a world of possibilities, then it’s up to you to take them. You might feel daunted or doubt you can do it but studying at the OU is a gradual process, you build up your skills and abilities at a manageable pace. There are loads of resources to help you and you’re never left alone.

Take that leap of faith and build your own future.

The OU not only boosted my career prospects, it made me more confident, articulate and allowed me to change my lifestyle.