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BepiColombo swings by Mercury for the final time
On 8 January 2025, the ESA/JAXA BepiColombo mission flew past Mercury for the sixth time, successfully completing the final ‘gravity assist manoeuvre’ needed to steer it into orbit around the planet in late 2026. As with BepiColombo’s previous flybys, the spacecraft’s monitoring cameras (M-CAMs) did not disappoint. “Wonderful to see” David Rothery (Professor of Planetary Geosciences) […]
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Expand the mind this New Year with free learning from OpenLearn
Those looking for a New Year’s resolution to expand the mind and create a fresh challenge can dive into OpenLearn – The Open University’s free educational platform – which has the answer. Whatever the interest, OpenLearn is likely to have a short free course on the subject and they’re not all the traditional academic subjects […]
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‘I’m really proud of what I’ve achieved, even against the odds’
George, 28, from Brighton, has just graduated with a BSc (Honours) Computing & IT from The Open University (OU). Since completing his degree, his career has gone from strength-to-strength thanks to his studies, with promotions and even a nomination for Business Analyst of the Year 2024. However, George’s study journey hasn’t been without its challenges. […]
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Times journalists deemed ‘legitimate military targets’ – how Russia muzzles criticism at home and abroad
The Open University’s Senior lecturer in Politics and International Studies Precious Chatterje-Doody, who specialises in Russian information and disinformation, gives her take on the latest words of Russia’s former president and current deputy head of its security council, Dmitry Medvedev. It was Medvedev who declared recently that the editors of the Times newspaper in the […]
‘With the OU, it’s possible to say yes to everything’
Megan, 26, from California, decided to take a different route into higher education to her peers, which enabled her to travel the world and work as a teacher, all whilst studying. Having just graduated from her BA (Honours) in International Studies, Megan is ready to embrace a new career in social justice. “At 18, I […]
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The Open University Appoints New Vice-Chancellor
The Open University has appointed Professor Dave Phoenix as its next Vice-Chancellor. Currently the Vice-Chancellor of London South Bank University and CEO of LSBU Group, Professor Phoenix will begin his new role on 1 July 2025. Professor Phoenix brings a wealth of experience in higher education leadership to the role, and a strong commitment to […]
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Early pregnancy endings are an overlooked workplace issue – here’s how that could change
Jo Brewis, Professor of People and Organisations, The Open University; Ilaria Boncori, University of Essex, and Julie Davies, UCL In the UK, early pregnancy endings are defined as pregnancies that end before 24 weeks’ gestation. These include miscarriages, abortions (sometimes called terminations), ectopic pregnancies where an embryo implants outside of the womb, and molar pregnancies […]
Moon Night brings science to life at the OU
On Friday 13 December, The Open University’s Milton Keynes campus hosted a celebration of lunar science and exploration, offering opportunities for learning and discovery to visitors of all ages. More than 210 people visited the Walton Hall campus to take part in the two interactive events this year. A creative school competition focused on designing […]
Researchers pave the way for the toy and film industry to become more sustainable
Millions of children will delight in ripping open their presents under the tree later this month, oblivious of the carbon emissions that toys might notch up in the production and end-of-life process. While Dr Rebecca Harrison, Senior Lecturer in Film and Media at The Open University, doesn’t plan on ruining the festive moment, she recently […]
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5 ways OU study can supercharge your career
Whether you’re looking to climb the ladder or chasing the new career you’ve always dreamed of, studying with The Open University can unlock endless opportunities. Don’t just take it from us – five of our amazing students want you to know how OU study helped them carve a path to success. 1. Achieve a career […]
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