Are you in the final year of your OU studies or have recently finished studying? Considering what your next step might be?
This three-day series of events is designed to help you successfully transition from OU student to career confident graduate. Read more about the sessions and register for those you are interested in at the links below. We’ll help you work out your next steps and equip you to pursue your goals, whatever your location, background, ethnicity, mental or physical health conditions, identity, age, abilities and disabilities, lived experiences and differences. Just bring yourself.
In the Graduate Gateway Live programme, we specifically address key support areas our research shows that you, as a recent graduate or student approaching graduation, are likely to find useful:
- How to build confidence to make career choices and navigate career roadblocks.
- How to gain relevant experience, start networking and connecting with employers, and develop job search strategies.
- How to use GenAI (generative Artificial Intelligence) tools such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot effectively in career planning and applications.
- Postgraduate study options and requirements.
Successfully completing an OU qualification already proves you have the qualities employers are looking for. The latest research conducted for the OU by The Nursery research firm in 2024 shows employers are more likely to consider hiring OU graduates than two years ago, overtaking local providers. OU students are seen as more adaptable, work-ready and self-starters. Employers who currently work with OU graduates are more likely to say they have the skills, values and behaviours they expect.
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Date |
Time |
Session Details |
10 June 2025 |
11:30 - 12:30 |
Navigating career roadblocks
We all hit roadblocks in our lifelong career journey. If you’re interested in hearing how you can navigate these, join us to discover resources and tools to help steer your course forward. |
10 June 2025 |
13:00 - 14:00 |
Job search strategy
Are you seeking your next opportunity, but not sure where to start?
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11 June 2025 |
12:00 - 13:00 |
Unlock your career potential with LinkedIn
Learn how to leverage the power of LinkedIn to showcase your skills, connect with industry professionals, and stand out in the competitive job market. |
11 June 2025 |
13:15 - 14:30 |
CV miss to CV hit This practical online workshop will help you discover ways to tailor your CV and give it the best chance of making it to the top of an employer's pile. |
11 June 2025 |
18:00 - 19:15 |
GenAI: level up your career - a practical online workshop Want to boost power your career planning with GenAI? Join our expert-led online workshop GenAI: level up your career to explore learn and practice four hands-on activities |
12 June 2025 |
11:30 - 12:30 |
Considering postgraduate study
Are you considering postgraduate study and want to find out more about the options, requirements and how to apply? Join our careers consultants for an interactive workshop examining common concerns and ways to address them. |
12 June 2025 |
13:00 - 14:00 |
Curb your interview nerves
If you are looking to build your interview confidence this is a session for you. Find out the best way to prepare, ace your answers and build your confidence. |
Get the best from Graduate Gateway Live – preparation
- If you haven’t yet, take the 3-minute careers check-in to focus you on your goals during Graduate Gateway Live.
- Take a few moments to orientate yourself with our Navigate Your Future activity pathway, which makes the process of working out your goals and next steps simpler. It’s designed to build your confidence and help you progress towards your goals at your own pace.
- There are also our dedicated confidence pages, which highlight some key resources and practical activities to help grow your confidence in your career or personal development.
- Our equality and diversity in the workplace pages provide advice about navigating the recruitment process which is related to personal factors such as ethnicity, disability, age, gender and sex, religion and criminal records.
