Science and Engineering
Elements of the Periodic Table
The Open University
Explore the impact of chemical elements on our bodies, the world around us and see how their discover changed the course of history Read more : Elements of the Periodic Table
Women in Science and Engineering
The Open University
Discover the pioneering women in science, technology and engineering over the past 100 years Read more : Women in Science and Engineering
OU on iTunes-U: Women in Science
The Open University
How have individual female scientists contributed to the advancement of science through time? Read more : OU on iTunes-U: Women in Science
The Z Files with Benjamin Zephaniah
The Open University
In recognition of Black History Month in October 2010, we focused on notable black people in the fields of science, technology and engineering Read more : The Z Files with Benjamin Zephaniah
Street Science with Jon Chase
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How do you get an egg into a glass bottle without touching it? Jon Chase gives us a lesson in Street Science Read more : Street Science with Jon Chase
OU on iTunes-U: Science Communication and Public Engagement
BBC
How can mass media be used to communicate science to different audiences? Read more : OU on iTunes-U: Science Communication and Public Engagement
OU on the BBC: Forensic Engineering - The Tay Bridge Disaster
Dundee City Council
Discover for yourself how forensic skills can explain the Tay Bridge Disaster - and more recent catastrophes. Read more : OU on the BBC: Forensic Engineering - The Tay Bridge Disaster
Have a go yourself
Take the Bang challenges
Janet Sumner
Can you use your scientific knowledge and know-how to get the Bang! team out a series of sticky situations? Read more : Take the Bang challenges
Geology toolkit
The Open University
Discover the unique landscape of the British Isles with our interactive Geology Toolkit, featuring a geology timeline, rock analyser, rock cycle, landscape features and safety... Read more : Geology toolkit
DIY Science: Catapult
Open2 team
Discover the history of the mangonel - and make a desktop version to protect your lunch! Read more : DIY Science: Catapult
Virtual planisphere
Open2 team - screenshot from interactive
Use our virtual planisphere to track the night skies throughout the year Read more : Virtual planisphere
Kitchen chaos
Used with permission
Discover how you can turn your kitchen into a lab and get stuck in with some do-it-yourself science. Read more : Kitchen chaos
James May's big transport challenge
BBC
James invites you to explore some of the ways of getting from A to B using a range of transport options, from taking the bus... Read more : James May's big transport challenge
Find out more
Study at the OU: Science
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Whether returning to science or indulging a passion, you will find a wide range of science courses covering all areas Read more : Study at the OU: Science
Study at the OU: Engineering and Technology
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If you enjoy solving problems and have a good imagination you’ll find engineering and technology stimulating and challenging fields of study Read more : Study at the OU: Engineering and Technology
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