Coronavirus (COVID-19)

COVID-19 advice webpage address graphic - https://help.open.ac.uk/coronavirus-covid19

The Open University in Scotland is closely monitoring the coronavirus pandemic and will be following guidance issued by the UK and Scottish governments.

Our priority is ensuring the health and wellbeing of our staff and students, whilst ensuring that the university’s business can run as smoothly as possible. 


The OU has set up these advice pages, for up to date information: 

Should you have an enquiry you would like to discuss with us, please call 0131 226 3851 / 0300 303 5303 or email [email protected].

Please note that we are now not able to process any paper-based application forms (such as for Part-Time Fee Grants and Disabled Students' Allowances). All applications must now be made online. We appreciate your patience during this time.

News

OU in Scotland student and entrepreneur Megan, painting at an easel

Open Outlook - March 2026

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland with the March 2026 issue of Open Outlook.

25th March 2026
Katie Palmer sitting on a seat in a theatre auditorium

Comedy business lands serious returns from laughter

A 10-week online marketing course from the OU in Scotland has transformed the fortunes of Edinburgh-based comedy entrepreneur Katie Palmer, leading to equity-free funding and her first employee hire.

19th March 2026

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