The Material World
The Open University comes together with BBC Radio 4's long-running science programme to discover the stories behind the science headlines, and to find out what students learn on OU summer schools.
A study in science
Once again, The Material World and the OU team up for Summer School. Find out about the programmes.
Science in the sunshine
Get to know what really goes on at Open University summer schools.
First steps
Even Einstein had to start somewhere - discover the OU's gentle introductions to studying science.
Grow your knowledge
Want to know more about the courses Quentin Cooper visits? We've all the details for taking it further.
Missed out? Catch up!
All The Material World programmes are available online to allow you to listen again.
From bbc.co.uk
Listen to other programmes from the series and pit your wits against science puzzles with The Material World on BBC Radio 4.
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