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Pandemic sees growth in study signup, but part-time support needed more than ever

6 May 2021

The Open University has seen a rise in its student numbers over the past year, as the pandemic means more people are choosing to study online with the OU. The University cites the impact of Covid-19 as the main driver of the increase; it has significantly increased the demand for upskilling and reskilling and has […]

The Open University joins forces with Avon and Somerset Police in ground-breaking new research project into rape and sexual offences

22 April 2021

The Open University (OU) is collaborating with Avon and Somerset Police in a pioneering research project that aims to transform the police response to rape and sexual offences. Project Bluestone combines academic learning with professional practice and brings together leading academics from across the UK to work alongside police officers. Working across five different workstreams, […]

Next generation “will focus on social issues, amid online learning boom”

3 March 2021

Global learning platform FutureLearn, part-owned by The Open University, has published an in-depth study on the future of learning. The report encompasses the UK, USA and Australia, including 15 industry expert insights and YouGov data, into the Future of Learning and how COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the learning landscape. Four core themes highlighted in the […]

Analyst by day and student by night, Abiola shares his story with Gemma Cairney

22 January 2021

An inspiring data analyst from Greenwich, South East London, is the latest guest on a brand-new podcast series starting this month, hosted by broadcaster Gemma Cairney. Life … On Our Terms is an eight-episode podcast series from The Open University (OU) discussing a range of topics about life and the routes to success taken by […]

Pandemic prompts rise of creative ambition, OU survey finds

8 January 2021

Six in ten of us took up something creative in 2020 Most popular activity was reading for pleasure (30%) Nearly 20% found ways to learn a new subject Turning to study proved popular among those aged 18-34 Results reveal motivation to give things a try in lockdown Reading, writing, DIY or watching online videos, it […]

New short course helps business leaders navigate uncertainty

18 December 2020

The Open University (OU) has launched a new microcredential short course aimed at senior managers and leaders to equip them with the skills needed to make effective decisions and harness opportunities during periods of uncertainty. Management of Uncertainty: Leadership, Decisions and Action will be hosted on the OU’s partner platform, FutureLearn, and is open for […]

OU academic takes on running challenge to raise awareness of domestic violence

26 November 2020

Anna Hopkins, Lecturer in Policing Organisation and Practice at The Open University, is undertaking an epic challenge by running 125 miles to raise awareness of domestic violence and raise money for AAFDA – Advocacy After Domestic Abuse – a charity that supports victims’ families. Throughout November Anna is completing three ten mile runs a week […]

The Open University scoops two Guardian University Awards

25 November 2020

The Open University (OU) today won two awards after being shortlisted as a finalist in the prestigious Guardian University Awards 2020, which showcases some of the best work from across the Higher Education sector. The OU was selected as the winner in the categories of Research Impact and Widening Access and Outreach by a panel […]

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OU shortlisted for University of the Year and innovative teaching in THE Awards

23 November 2020

The Open University was shortlisted for University of the Year and Most Innovative Teacher of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2020. Winners were announced in a ceremony on 26th November and the OU’s Hugh McFaul, founding Director of The Open Justice Centre at The Open University Law School, was highly commended in […]

OU receives £1 million to support small businesses across Scotland

13 November 2020

A £1 million grant has been awarded to The Open University in Scotland to support small to medium-sized businesses with skills training to boost productivity and growth in response to Covid-19. The new funding announced today by Scottish Government Business, Fair Work and Skills Minister Jamie Hepburn will enable small to medium-sized businesses (SMEs) to […]

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