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Catch up on industry news for your career, inspirational student stories to keep you motivated, information on online courses, plus tips that will guide you through life and study.

Careers & industry

Do your uni grades matter?

Every university student strives to get good grades, but how much do they really matter when it comes to getting a job? We spoke to a recruiter to find out.

Industry news and insightsJob tips

How to make a career change: the ultimate guide

Thinking of shaking things up with a career change? If you're on the verge of switching careers, this guide will help you navigate the transition smoothly.

Job tipsCareer change

Got the Sunday scaries? It could be time for a career change

Are your weekends consumed by the Sunday scaries? This might be a sign you're in the wrong career.

Job tipsCareer change

What are the best jobs for introverts?

Looking for a career where you can spend a lot of time alone, focusing on what you're good at? These roles will let your quiet, reflective qualities shine.

Job tips

Higher education oracle and real life Aquaman: meet Burim

It's safe to say our Portfolio Strategy Lead brings more than an impressive CV to the table—although he's got that too! Passionate, experienced and a man of many talents, find out what Burim's life outside the office walls (and under the sea) looks like and what career and life wisdom he has to share.

Career spotlight

How to get a promotion

Keen to take your next step professionally? Two career experts tell us how you can increase your chances of landing a juicy promotion.

Job tipsSelf improvement

What do engineers actually do?

Interested in engineering, but not sure what a career in the field looks like? From working on the Great Barrier Reef to designing equipment for use in Antarctica, two professionals tell all.

Career spotlight

Your essential guide to finding work overseas

Ever dreamed of living and working overseas? We share where to start, what to know before you go, and tips from someone who’s embarked on the journey.

Job tips

Courses & the study experience

Kori's journey: from dropping out of high school to getting a degree

Like many, Kori was taught that if you don’t graduate high school, you can’t go to university—so it was a life-changing moment when he spoke to a student advisor and discovered that this wasn't true.

Student storyCourse spotlightOnline study experienceFeatured course

Take two: How Mariam found her way after high school

Many students leave high school feeling uncertain about university and what they want to become—or how they’re going to become it! This was the case for Mariam, until she spoke to an Open Universities Australia student advisor.

Featured courseOnline study experienceStudent story

Farm to desk: How Regional University Study Hubs bring your campus to you

They say distance makes the heart grow fonder. Unfortunately, it can also mean a dodgy internet connection and lack of study resources for tertiary students. But thanks to Regional University Study Hubs, that’s no longer a problem.

Online study experienceHelp me study

10 fascinating uni subjects that are open to everyone in 2025

Want to understand the psychology behind Trumpism? Push for better climate action? Or improve your cultural sensitivity in healthcare? These online subjects—and more!—are now accepting 2025 enrolments.

Study optionsCourse spotlight

8 exciting new degrees you can study online in 2025

Hundreds of new degrees have just been added to our website by leading universities. While it’s impossible to choose a favourite, these are the highlights we recommend checking out. Some of these topics have never been available through OUA—until now!

Study optionsCourse spotlight

The best no ATAR courses you can study in 2025

Worried your ATAR won’t be high enough for uni? You can get into these popular bachelor degrees without even thinking about entry requirements!

Study options

Help! What degree should I study?

You know you want to go to uni, but you have no clue what course to study. First of all, don’t panic. This is a very, very common problem, and one we’re known for solving. The following advice should help you narrow down your choices.

Study options

What is RPL? Recognition of prior learning explained

Discover how previous work or study experience can count towards your university degree, helping you graduate sooner.

Help me studyOnline study experience

Study & life hacks

9 essay writing tips your uni teachers want you to know

Essay writing can feel overwhelming, but a few expert tips can make a world of difference. Your university teachers share their top academic writing tips, so you can plan, polish, and perfect your next assignment.

Exam and assessment prepHelp me studySelf improvement

Does your ATAR really matter?

And is it the end of the world if you don't get the score you wanted? Find out why the ATAR doesn't hold as much weight as it once did.

Help me studyStudy options

How does HECS work? The ultimate guide

If you’re thinking about enrolling in a uni course, you’ve no doubt considered getting a HECS-HELP loan. But how the HECS does the scheme actually work? Here's everything you need to know.

Help me study

How to pay off your HECS debt: the ultimate guide

HECS debt isn’t the most fun part of higher education. But it doesn’t have to be a headache. Here’s your ultimate guide to repaying your HECS-HELP loan.

Online study experience

Your guide to university as a mature-age student

Thinking about studying online as an older student? Here’s everything you need to know about applying for your dream course, getting in, and preparing for classes.

Study motivationStudy options

How to tell if you're burnt out

You've felt out of whack for a while now. Your motivation is at an all-time low. But is this just a phase? Or are you officially burnt out?

Time and stress managementSelf improvement

How to quit your job without burning any bridges

Unhappy at work and ready to move on? Learn how to make a smooth exit and part on good terms.

Career changeSelf improvementJob tips

Help! Why do I leave my assignments until the last minute?

Do you leave assignments ’til the eleventh hour? We’re all guilty of procrastination, but if it’s become a habit, it might pay to understand why you’re avoiding things.

Exam and assessment prepStudy motivationHelp me study