Open Outlook - March 2018

Scottish Trades Union Congress and OU in Scotland celebrate 10 years of partnership

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland, in the March 2018 issue of Open Outlook. It includes:

  • New Graduate Apprenticeships in Software Development or Cyber Security.
  • A message from our Director, Susan Stewart.
  • Celebrations for student on World Social Work Day 2018.
  • From Support Worker to Staff Nurse.
  • 10 years with Scottish Trade Unions Congress.
  • Can nutrients help towards good mental health?
  • Event at The Gathering in Glasgow, the largest free third sector event in the UK.
  • Spotlight on our new staff member, Sam Kemp.

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Open University joint top in Scotland for student satisfaction

The OU in Scotland has been ranked joint first for overall student satisfaction amongst all universities in Scotland in the NSS 2025, published today.

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Aerial view of Fort William Pier, town and Ben Nevis Mountain

Major funding collaboration drives Scotland’s rural creative economy with new PhDs

The OU in Scotland is a core partner in a significant new investment from the AHRC as part of its Doctoral Focal Awards programme.

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