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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Business Barometer report with the front cover image of a person using a laptop, set against a blue abstract background.

Skills shortages hit half of all Scottish employers

Half of employers in Scotland are reporting skills shortages and only 32 per cent have recruitment or training initiatives aimed at those under 25 years old, says a new OU report.

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