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Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:12:48 +0100

Open University to lead up to £20 million innovation boost across central area of Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor

The Open University will lead in driving a new wave of innovation across the central area of the Oxford–Cambridge Growth Corridor, including Milton Keynes, Bedford…

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Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:34:39 +0000

New esports course launched by industry leader EStars in collaboration with The Open University

Leading educational esports company EStars is teaming up with The Open University (OU) to offer online CPD training for teachers, to enhance their knowledge and…

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Wed, 29 Oct 2025 04:52:00 +0000

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Thu, 21 Sep 2023 23:01:00 +0100

First ever Uber-funded graduates celebrate Open University degrees

Eleven students across the UK have become the first to receive Open University (OU) degrees fully-funded by Uber, with the first graduation ceremony taking place…

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Wed, 06 Sep 2023 23:01:00 +0100

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Mon, 17 Jul 2023 10:15:00 +0100

7 more FE colleges to offer advanced technical skills with the OU in ‘cold spots’

Seven Further Education colleges in England are set to get a boost to their higher technical skills provision with the aim to support more people…

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Wed, 28 Jun 2023 23:01:00 +0100

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Tue, 02 May 2023 12:59:00 +0100

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Tue, 28 Mar 2023 10:28:00 +0100

The Open University and John Lewis offer young people who experienced care the opportunity for free study

The Open University has launched a new programme in collaboration with the John Lewis Partnership, to offer young people with experience of being in care…

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Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:38:00 +0000

The Open University’s scholarship fund supporting injured or disabled veterans is open for applications

The Disabled Veterans’ Scholarships Fund (DVSF) provides free education at The Open University (OU) for veterans injured or disabled during military service. There are 50…

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Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:12:00 +0000

OU bolsters Ukraine support package

The Open University (OU) has expanded its support for those fleeing to the UK as a result of the war in Ukraine. In collaboration with…

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Mon, 16 Jan 2023 09:58:00 +0000

The Open University to Offer 280k to Help Edtech Companies Develop New Products

The Open University (OU) has launched a new online start-up incubator to support businesses that produce educational technology to enhance the learning experience. The EdTech…

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Fri, 09 Dec 2022 08:32:00 +0000

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Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:56:00 +0000

The Open University is transforming nursing education with introduction of Enquiry-based learning

Over two-thirds (68%) of OU nursing students said that Enquiry-based learning (EBL) was helping their nursing practice Two out of three have said EBL has…

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Wed, 19 Oct 2022 23:01:00 +0100

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Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:49:00 +0100

1 in 5 young adults re-think plans to attend university due to cost of living crisis

The Open University (OU) has published new research revealing that 32 per cent of young adults (a survey of 1,000 18-24 year-olds) are already feeling…

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Fri, 19 Aug 2022 10:23:00 +0100

Choosing an alternative path to a degree through the OU

Yesterady, (18 August) is A-level results day, bringing with it a wave of emotions across the UK and the beginning of the university clearing process.…

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Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:39:37 +0100

‘The sky’s the limit’, says OU student and vegan entrepreneur

Carly McCluskey from Glasgow has launched a plant-based business to help make breakfast more environmentally friendly. Carly, 25, had the idea for a ‘vegan egg’…

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Wed, 22 Jun 2022 11:21:20 +0100

Open University to focus on societal challenges that concern young people – with research on sustainability, inequality and health and wellbeing highlighted

The Open University has surveyed 4,300 young adults from across all 4 Nations of the UK to find out what societal challenges concern them most.…

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Tue, 07 Jun 2022 11:15:43 +0100

‘I’m here to lift up my community so nobody feels alone’

After experiencing homelessness and challenges growing up, Lea Gibson is determined to create real change in her community. She combined her life experiences with her…

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Mon, 30 May 2022 11:52:11 +0100

Highlights: The Open University's 'Unlock your Inner Boss LIVE! The CEO Challenge'

Last Wednesday (25th May), The Open University teamed up with English television and radio presenter Gemma Cairney where she was placed in the helms of…

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Fri, 20 May 2022 08:41:27 +0100

HALF OF YOUNG BRITS CLAIM THEY ARE STUCK IN DEAD-END JOBS AND DREAM OF BEING THEIR OWN BOSS ACCORDING TO A NEW STUDY

If you hate your job, you’re not alone as new research has discovered that almost half of young Brits (45 percent) feel trapped in a…

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Fri, 06 May 2022 09:18:50 +0100

‘I’m advocating for the rights and equality of people with disabilities’

Steven Sutherland from Kilbarchan near Glasgow is on a mission to create positive change for the disabled community. An established disability rights advocate and former…

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