Is the world of politics anything like "Yes Minister" or "The Thick Of It"? Are scientists all as geeky as Denzil Dexter from "The Fast Show"? This collection of videos looks at the funny side of different professions and the stereotypes within them, through the best of British comedy. Using clips from "Harry Enfield" to "That Mitchell and Webb Look" this series will give you an idea of where careers might lead you - from IT to social work.
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Is the world of politics anything like "Yes Minister" or "The Thick Of It"? Are scientists all as geeky as Denzil Dexter from "The Fast Show"? This collection of videos looks at the funny side of different professions and the stereotypes within them, through the best of British comedy. Using clips from "Harry Enfield" to "That Mitchell and Webb Look" this series will give you an idea of where careers might lead you - from IT to social work.
Are scientists all geeky, bearded men in white lab coats? Featuring clips from "The Fast Show" and "A Bit of Fry and Laurie", The Open University's Professor Hazel Rymer dispels the stereotype.
Are scientists all geeky, bearded men in white lab coats? Featuring clips from "The Fast Show" and "A Bit of Fry and Laurie", The Open University's Professor Hazel Rymer dispels the stereotype.
What ethical dilemmas do journalists face? The Open University's Professor Derek Matravers explores what it's really like to work in the media, with comedy from Mitchell and Webb and Benedict Cumberbatch.
What ethical dilemmas do journalists face? The Open University's Professor Derek Matravers explores what it's really like to work in the media, with comedy from Mitchell and Webb and Benedict Cumberbatch.
A former Open University student challenges the stereotype that social workers are busy bodies with no fashion sense, in this film featuring comedy from Harry Enfield.
A former Open University student challenges the stereotype that social workers are busy bodies with no fashion sense, in this film featuring comedy from Harry Enfield.
Are all judges white, middle-aged and middle-class? Professor Gary Slapper, of The Open University, talks about the truth behind the stereotype of a judge.
Are all judges white, middle-aged and middle-class? Professor Gary Slapper, of The Open University, talks about the truth behind the stereotype of a judge.
Is the world of politics anything like "Yes Minister" or "The Thick Of It"? Are scientists all as geeky as Denzil Dexter from "The Fast Show"? This collection of videos looks at the funny side of different professions and the stereotypes within them, through the best of British comedy. Using clips from "Harry Enfield" to "That Mitchell and Webb Look" this series will give you an idea of where careers might lead you - from IT to social work.
