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Phasing out of Government grant underlines need for new funding system
The UK Government has confirmed the final phase of its staged reduction of direct grants to The Open University. Teaching grant in England fallen by 80% Government support for students in England – paid through the teaching grant – has now fallen by 80 per cent since the university funding reforms of 2012. The latest […]
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“Exceptional institution” shortlisted for Global Teaching Award
The Open University is shortlisted for the 2018 Global Teaching Excellence Award, with praise from the judges for its unique teaching methods, huge reach and outstanding student support. Described by judges as “an exceptional institution in many ways”, the OU is amongst 17 finalists from across the world, and the winner will be announced on […]
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OU celebrates Charter Day – proud at 49
“I am the proudest woman on the planet – proud of this fantastic institution, proud of our dedicated staff and proud of our extraordinary students.” Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Mary Kellett There is a lot to be proud of at The Open University, not least the success of our students – with some of them sharing […]
Fix broken part-time market in England with flexible learning incentive
The Open University (OU) is calling on the Government to introduce a new “flexible learning incentive” in its submission to the Post-18 Review into education and funding in England. The OU argues that the main cause of the dramatic decline in the number of HE students aged 21 and over in England – especially among […]
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“Game-changing technology” brings a double win for the OU at Guardian University Awards
The Open University is celebrating after winning two awards in the Guardian University Awards 2018 for Teaching Excellence and Digital Innovation. Acting Vice-Chancellor of the OU, Professor Mary Kellett said: “This is fantastic news. To win not just one but two prestigious national awards – teaching excellence and digital innovation – is an amazing tribute […]
Voices of support for The Open University and its ‘untapped gold’
Prominent figures across politics, entertainment, science and journalism have all voiced their support for The Open University as it petitions for additional support from the UK government to reduce the costs for part-time students. Two recent reports from the Sutton Trust and Million Plus have evidenced the decline in part-time student numbers in England, and […]
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New senior appointments at The Open University
Two interim heads of faculty have been appointed at The Open University as part of a reorganisation of the senior management team. Dr Sally Hayes is to be acting Executive Dean for the Faculty of Wellbeing, Education and Language Studies and Professor Devendra Kodwani is to be acting Executive Dean of the Faculty of Business […]
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Savings & Investment plans at The Open University under review
The acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Mary Kellett, has announced a two-month “critical review” of plans to transform the way The Open University teaches its students. In a message to staff, she said the pause would help the University take stock of progress and focus on the changes which would deliver the greatest benefit. She said: We […]
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Eddie Izzard honoured by Open University
Known for his comic genius, acting prowess, love of languages and epic charity endeavours, Eddie Izzard is now the proud recipient of an Honorary Doctorate from The Open University. Eddie collected his award at the OU’s Barbican Ceremony, and was nominated for his contributions towards the arts, languages, charity work and for promoting tolerance and […]
47 countries, hip-hop and an Open University Honours degree: Shanel’s story
Working with artists in New York as a music writer and producer of everything from hip-hop to classical, Shanel Cuthbert travelled to 47 countries during the last year of her Open University degree. Studying biological psychology was a sharp contrast to her busy life in the studio, and she’s now completing her Masters in Mental […]
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