I will be applying for IS positions in 2022/23.

So I studied my initial degree (LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons)) at a brick university in the UK (well-regarded) and got a 1st. I then did my PGDE in Geography in England, again at a brick university, and got a distinction, through completing Teach First.

As my initial degree was not in Geography, I am not a "subject specialist", so I am currently completing my BA (Hons) in Geography with the Open University, which is fully accredited in the UK and many teachers here have OU degrees. The OU also has a campus in Milton Keynes, but focuses on distance learning for most courses (although some of my modules will have residential schools and field trips, it still counts as distance-learning). I know some countries in the Middle East don't recognise any form of distance learning, but how would my prospects be for finding a teaching job in Europe or the Americas? My academic career has been strong so far and I expect this to continue with my OU results.

Would love to hear if anyone else has successfully found a position with a degree from the OU! I know of one guy who went to Eastern Europe but other examples would be really encouraging! TIA