Key documents

Explore key strategies that set out priority actions in Scotland.

Strategy for 2022-2027

Through the power of learning we aim to transform lives and communities, opening a world of possibilities for everyone.

Find out more in The Open University’s Strategy for 2022-2027.

The Open University in Scotland Annual Review 2024 

Our annual review (PDF, 38.9 MB) presents our work across Scotland in the last year.

The Open University in Scotland Outcome Agreement

Our outcome agreement (PDF, 444 KB) for 2023-24 sets out our delivery plans over this period in return for our funding from the Scottish Funding Council.

Manifesto for the Scottish Parliament

The 2026 Scottish Parliament election is an opportunity to choose to take a different approach to supporting part-time students. That is why our 2026 Scottish Parliament Election Manifesto (PDF, 671 KB) is calling for the next parliament to have a laser focus on part-time students, prioritising their funding and support to enable a paradigm shift to lifelong learning. 

More information is available on our web page Part-time learning works. 

Facts and figures

Discover some key facts and figures (PDF, 1.62 MB) about the OU in Scotland.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

You can also read our plans covering equality, diversity and inclusion.