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Six ways to boost brain health
Everyone wants to be at their optimum physical health, however as people get older it's completely natural for the brain to age too. Whilst everyone is searching for ways to live longer, there are some activities that you can do to help improve your overall brain health. Our Development Expert here at Open Study College, Zoe Walters, reve[…]
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Honey and Mumford learning styles
Different people learn in different ways, whether it’s through hands-on experience, observation, or thoughtful analysis. There’s no one size fit all approach. Back in the ‘80s, Peter Honey and Alan Mumford introduced the Honey and Mumford model, echoing the idea that everybody has a unique way of soaking up knowledge. To unlock our full[…]
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Why should you take a NEBOSH course?
With the recent news of NCRQ going into administration, there’ll be people looking for alternatives when it comes to health and safety qualifications. One of the most popular awarding bodies is NEBOSH . Never heard of them? Well, this blog post will explain to you why they’re the perfect alternative to NCRQ. What does NEBOSH stand for? N[…]
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Access to Higher Education: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re wondering what an Access to HE Diploma is, we have everything you need to know about the qualification here! What is an Access to higher education Diploma? An Access to Higher Education Diploma is a nationally recognised level three qualification that offers an alternative route to university. Access to HE courses are equivalent[…]
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Distance learning can fuel your career
Did you know 60% of our students take up distance learning to fuel their career ambitions? To mark National Careers Week (7th to 12th March), we’ve revealed that in a recent survey of current students, 60% said the main reason for studying is specifically to upskill or retrain for a new career path. As part of the national awareness week […]
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Why lifelong learning is so important
Lifelong learning is the process of gaining knowledge and learning new skills throughout your entire life. Many people continue their education for personal development and fulfilment, while others see it as a significant step toward career advancement. We have a natural curiosity to learn new things. This is part of what it means to be h[…]