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Student Story: Not all superheroes wear capes
Not all superheroes wear capes, and for Larne’s Jenny Hope, the work she put it in studying with The Open University (OU) to earn the right to wear a lab coat and secure a BSc set her on the path to help fight Covid.
Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland – documentary about the Troubles
A gripping Open University/BBC co-production series Once Upon a Time in Northern Ireland shares intimate stories from all sides of the conflict.
The Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Dr Peter Kyle MP visits The Open University in Belfast
The Open University (the OU) has welcomed a visit from the Shadow Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, Dr Peter Kyle MP, locally to their Belfast Office.
Speaking on the visit, John D’Arcy, Director of The Open University in Ireland, said:
“We are delighted to welcome Dr Peter Kyle MP, to meet with our committed staff and students.”
Short, bite sized learning required to address skills gap
The Open University and the Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce hosted a business roundtable on March 28, 2023, to discuss the skills gap in Northern Ireland. The event brought leaders from business, industry and government to share their insights and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the Northern Irish economy.
Podcasts from The Open University give a fresh perspective on the Good Friday Agreement
To mark the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday Agreement, The Open University in Ireland is launching a new 4-part podcast series exploring the impact the agreement has had on society beyond just politics.
Free online learning hub launched by The Open University and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions
In a joint initiative, The Open University in Ireland (the OU) and the Northern Irish Committee of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (NIC ICTU) have launched a free online learning hub aimed at providing valuable education resources to workers and their families.
‘We are not thugs and hoods’ - New course empowers young people to use their voice rather than violence
Developed in collaboration with a group of teenage boys from the Shankill area of Belfast, Why Riot? Community, Choices and Aspirations supports young people to stop, think and use their voice, rather than violence, to work positively for change in their communities.
The Open University & North West Regional College form ground-breaking partnership
The Open University and North West Regional College (NWRC) have announced details of a unique educational partnership which is set to enhance the future career aspirations of learners across the North West of Northern Ireland.
Upskill in a key growth area with a free course from The Open University
The Open University (OU) has opened applications for a range of postgraduate courses and short microcredential courses, fully funded through the Department for the Economy’s Skill Up initiative.
OU stalwart receives New Years Honours
David Sargent, long term employee of The Open University in Ireland has been listed in the King’s New Year’s Honours list, receiving a British Empire Award for his services to higher education and to charity.
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