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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Jim Metcalfe, Fife College Principal and Chief Executive Officer, and Martin Boyle, OU in Scotland Principal, seated at a table and shaking hands with each other, while looking directly towards the camera.

New investment to create Fife skills partnerships

A three-year programme will create clearer routes from Fife College to degree-level Open University study.

28th September 2026
Pictured seated at a table, in front of Borders College and Open University in Scotland pop-up banners: Richard McConnell, OU in Scotland Senior Partnerships Manager - Education Pathways; Martin Boyle, OU in Scotland Principal; Pete Smith, Borders College Principal and Chief Executive; Davie Lowe, Border College Assistant Principal.

New funding to unlock skills partnerships in the Borders

An Open University in Scotland and Borders College programme will enable community-based learners to build higher-level qualifications.

25th September 2026
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