Open Outlook - June 2023

Photo of the Gaia earth artwork at Glasgow Science Festival

Find out more about the latest news from The Open University in Scotland with our newsletter Open Outlook - June 2023. 

This issue includes:​​

  • Annual review highlights our impact across Scotland
  • Scotland’s rarely seen wildlife is revealed to all
  • Two-thirds of Scotland's SMEs report skills shortages
  • Edinburgh International Book Festival
  • Art and science meet at Summer Solstice Week
  • Glasgow Science Festival brought to you by OU
  • Highland artist wins Learner of the Year Award

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20 June 2023

News

The National Student Survey (NSS) logo: NSS within a speech bubble, with National Student Survey written underneath.

OU ranked second in Scotland for student satisfaction

The Open University (OU) has ranked second in Scotland for overall student satisfaction in the 2026 National Student Survey (NSS).

28th July 2026
Graduates at an Open University ceremony held in Glasgow.

New funding to unlock skills partnerships across Scotland

The Open University in Scotland has secured funding to expand its ‘Catalyst Centre’ partnerships with five colleges.

23rd July 2026
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