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. 

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. 

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? 

July 29, 2020

Torrens University joins OUA, as we celebrate passing our goal of 20 unis in 2020

At Open Universities Australia (OUA), we’re excited to offer greater choice in online courses - as we welcome our twenty-first university: Torrens University Australia. 4 minute read. 

July 07, 2020

Jordan’s story: a commerce degree from Curtin

Decades ago, no qualification was no big deal – but to compete in today's world, Jordan decided to enrol in his first degree.

July 03, 2020

Emma on finding her purpose with a psychology degree from Swinburne

Nearing 60 years of age, Emma is studying online to become a psychologist – the first Aboriginal woman in her local area to do so.

May 25, 2020

Charles Sturt University joins OUA

We’re proud to announce that Charles Sturt University will be joining the Open Universities Australia (OUA) platform. 

August 04, 2020

It's tax time. As a student, do you know what you're entitled to?

We chatted to Ashley Debenham – tax expert at etax.com.au – about the common mistakes they see students make, and how to avoid them. We also look at how COVID-19 might impact your tax. 

August 04, 2020

The OUA open door policy explained

Studying through Open Universities Australia is for everyone. We have an open-door policy for most of the undergraduate subjects we offer.  That means there are no entry barriers in front of these subjects – no scores or prior experience requirements. 

July 29, 2020

Get set for study success

Feeling anxious about online study? It's only natural! We've got some tips to help you get in the zone.

July 03, 2020

Year 12s: Will COVID-19 affect your chances of getting into uni?

The coronavirus has disrupted pretty much everything we do, and school hasn’t been spared. Almost all Australian students have had time away from classroom learning over the first half of 2020. So, will it affect your chances of getting into uni?