Open Outlook - June 2026

Scottish singer songwriter and OU module alumnus Emma Pollock

Discover the latest news from The Open University in Scotland with our newsletter Open Outlook - June 2026.

This issue includes:​​

  • From music star to modules: Emma Pollock's inspired by OU study 
  • OU graduate honoured for championing inclusivity 
  • Children in Scotland partnership helps graduate thrive through internship
  • Scotland’s rural youth bring green transition to life 
  • Leading role in new accessibility promise
  • Skills shortages hit half of all Scottish employers says new OU report
  • Earn-and-learn options help Scotland's workforce 
  • Opening routes for all stages of careers in teaching 
  • Discover OU life at Virtual Open Days 
  • Badminton pro Adam Pringle balances global competitions with OU study
  • Glasgow teacher gains career refresh through OU module

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22 June 2026

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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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