My conclusion from my week at the political heart Europe, in Brussels. Everything here is formed of my own opinion, and the speakers involved in the IAPSS study trip were not speaking on behalf of the EU in any official context. To protect each individual speaker’s identity, I won’t name or quote anyone officially. Institutions…
Five weeks (and a bit) ago I decided that I’d do something I wouldn’t normally do. I applied to go on a study trip to Brussels with the IAPSS. Throughout the whole process, I had in my head that it wouldn’t be offered to me. However, it was worth a shot anyway, to gain experience…
I’ve been asked before just what the format and structure of study is like with the Open University. I’ve decided to create this post and make it (nearly) entirely Open University based. I’ve attached some images in the slide show below, and I hope that it assists with giving a picture of what I do…
I’ve not been around the past few months, things got real difficult towards the end of last year. This was for personal reasons. I just hope all my friends, family and colleagues had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I hope this year will be peaceful for all. I’ve got several personal goals…
I’ve found more and more out about myself this past year. One thing in particular is my constant curiosity. Ever found yourself wanting to know how a nuclear power station functions, the differences between diesel and electric trains, why a suspension bridge is used over a standard type of bridge, why society is ordered in…
It seems a significant proportion of the British public believe we should have a referendum to stay in the European Union. I will try to answer these the best I can to the extent of my knowledge currently it’s a work in progress as always. What distresses me is the lack of any intelligent discourse…
So, my DD313 module materials have arrived! I actually meant to publish this last week. But I’m all ready to start my final Open Uni module in October. I’m eager to get started. Though I know when the going gets tough, I’ll be looking for the end!