Tips & Insights

July 20, 2020

How a healthy immune system helped Open Universities Australia adapt quickly and easily when needed

Open University Australia’s Agile Lead, James Pulling, reveals how the organisation adapted in the challenging times brought about by COVID-19. 6 minute read.

July 16, 2020

Why working 5 days in the office may be a thing of the past

If you were asked to go back to the office for 5 days a week, starting tomorrow, what would be your reaction? As many businesses are finding, employees want a more flexible working environment. 6 minute read. 

July 06, 2020

Future-proofing your career during isolation

Feeling anxious about your career? With coronavirus putting many of our lives on hold, it’s understandable. We asked a career expert for her advice. 8 minute read. 

June 29, 2020

Given the pandemic, is online study the way of the future?

While online study has been around for some time, the current situation has been a catalyst for greater uptake in remote learning. Will things revert to how they were, or are they changed for good? 5 minute read. 

October 19, 2020

7 enabling courses you should enrol in this year

Want to level up your education? Nervous for uni study? Check out these 7 enabling courses offered through Open Universities Australia and brush up on your organisation, critical thinking and more!

October 11, 2020

What's the rush? Study at your own pace with online learning

You shouldn’t feel pressured to speed through your education. With Open Universities Australia (OUA), you can take your time and discover the right pathway for you.

October 06, 2020

Uncovered: 5 benefits of an arts education despite recent changes

Despite recent changes to the way fees will be distributed for university students, if you’re interested in enrolling in an arts degree, there are still a range of benefits for your future.

October 01, 2020

4 online short courses to help you upskill

Looking to upskill? Short courses can help you do just that. Browse constructive courses offered through well-known Australian universities, available online through Open Universities Australia. 

September 21, 2020

How-to guide: applying for the Centrelink Student Start-up Loan

Applying for the Centrelink Student Start-up Loan? Check out this comprehensive how-to guide on applying and managing your payments, and find out the answers to other frequently asked questions by students like you.

September 14, 2020

Student loans: Are they tax deductible?

Filing your taxes for the 2020 financial year? Students often ask if their loan repayments are tax deductible. Read this guide detailing how you can claim expenses back on your tax return this year. 4 minute read.

September 09, 2020

On September 10 there’s more to say than R U OK?

Last year, if you noticed one of your team members seemed out of sorts, you could quietly ask the question on a coffee break or a lunchtime walk. But this year, with a lot of us working from home, the signs someone is struggling are harder to spot. 3 minute read. 

September 02, 2020

How do we help our pets adjust when we eventually go back to work?

Research shows that pets are key to helping many of us get through stressful situations such as COVID-19. So, how do we ensure they’re looked after when we finally return to work?