Open Outlook - November 2025

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Discover the latest news from The Open University in Scotland with our newsletter Open Outlook - November 2025.

This issue includes:​​

  • ‘Dignity’ and determination celebrated at The Open University in Scotland’s graduation ceremony
  • Open University joint top in Scotland for student satisfaction
  • OU leads research on Scotland’s Fair Access landscape
  • Crime's in the spotlight at Bloody Scotland
  • New podcast helps students stay on track with the OU in Scotland
  • OU standing remains high within the Scottish Parliament
  • Major funding collaboration drives Scotland’s rural creative economy with new PhDs  
  • From Inverness to Dumfries: OU in Scotland and sponsors take Mock COP nationwide
  • Welcome Events and Big Blethers support OU students
  • Degree Ceremonies Spotlight Special 

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24 November 2025

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Open Outlook - March 2026

Find out more about the latest news and events from The Open University in Scotland with the March 2026 issue of Open Outlook.

25th March 2026
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Comedy business lands serious returns from laughter

A 10-week online marketing course from the OU in Scotland has transformed the fortunes of Edinburgh-based comedy entrepreneur Katie Palmer, leading to equity-free funding and her first employee hire.

19th March 2026

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