The Open University in Wales is to hold its first ever Wales-wide open week from 28 June 28 to July 2.
The week will coincide with Adult Leaners week - a week-long celebration of lifelong learning and those who have changed their lives through adult education.
On Tuesday, June 28 the OU will be at the Metropole Hotel in Llandrindod Wells and you can drop in and see them at any time between 12pm and 7pm.
The Open University will have course tutors and student support teams on hand to chat about courses, qualifications, fees and financial support options. The OU is the largest provider of part-time undergraduate higher education in Wales and currently has over 7,000 students across the country. To celebrate Adult Learners’ Week these drop-in sessions will be taking place across Wales to encourage adults to think about learning something new or taking on a new challenge.
Rob Humphreys, Director of the Open University in Wales, said:
“The OU in Wales is proud to be involved with Adult Learners’ Week in this its twenty-fifth year. The Open University offers a route into higher education for all adults with a desire to learn. Our open access policy means that traditional entry qualifications are not a requirement for the majority of our courses.
“No other university makes this unique offer and we specialise in giving people the opportunity to study towards a higher level qualification in a way that fits around their job and caring commitments.”
Mr Humphreys urged anyone with an interest in finding out more to join the OU at one of the drop-in session across Wales during the open week.
He added: “OU students are incredible people who often study alongside other demands on their time but they can and do succeed and we see that each year at our graduation ceremonies. All you need is commitment and the desire to find out what you are capable of so come and see us during Adult Learners week and find out more about our life-changing learning opportunities.”
The Open Week is a series of drop-in sessions and no appointment is necessary. Full details of each event can be found at www.open.ac.uk/wales/events