About Us

image of Dublin City CentreThe Open University is a unique university created over 50 years ago to open up education to all.

We are open to anyone, anywhere, changing millions of lives across the world and always looking for new ways to help people succeed.

Our flexibility means we can meet both the needs of individuals and employers across the globe.

Nearly 1,000 students study with The Open University across Ireland and cover every county in Ireland.

Over 31,000 people in Ireland have studied with the university since it was setup over 50 years ago in 1969.

Our team are always there to help enquirers and students through phone and email.

Meet The Open University in Ireland Directorate

 
 

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John D'Arcy

Director, Ireland

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Michael Bower

Assistant Director, Student Services & Employer Engagement

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Tara Craig

Assistant Director, Marketing and Communications

 
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Strategy

Find out more about The Open University's strategic plan and objectives.

 

 

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Equality and Diversity

At The Open University we recognise the value of diversity and the strength that it brings and we challenge under-representation and differences in outcomes through positive action programmes

 

 
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Work with us

Find out more about working with The Open University.

 

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Sustainability

The Open University in Northern Ireland is committed to achieving 'net zero' greenhouse emissions by 2050. Learn more about our sustainability pledges

 

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Accessibility Statement

The Open University is committed to making its websites and mobile applications accessible, you can read our accessibility statement via the link above.