Open Outlook - October 2023

David Olusoga, on set of BBC/OU series 'Union with David Olusoga' © BBC / Wall to Wall

Find out more about the latest news from The Open University in Scotland with our newsletter Open Outlook - October 2023. 

This issue includes:​​

  • New BBC/OU programmes explore Scotland's past and present 
  • Graduates celebrate OU degree success
  • Think Positive certificate gained 
  • Student engagement award 
  • Scottish employers missing out on hidden talent
  • Research reveals shocking level of online violence 
  • Partnerships open up opportunities for learners across Scotland
  • Maths in Motion: Pendulums and Patterns at Maths Week Scotland
  • Royal College of Nursing Scotland Nurse of the Year  
  • Entrepreneurship Award won by OU student 
  • New OU in Scotland Depute Directors 

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25 October 2023

News

The Rural Business Bootcamp's flyer which contains the information displayed on the webpage

Rural Business Bootcamp launched for Female Entrepreneurs

The OU in Scotland and SRUC have announced a new initiative to empower women in entrepreneurship with the launch of a Rural Business Bootcamp.

28th May 2025
A Converge graphic of a loudspeaker with the text, A new chapter begins: 2025 cohort announced.

Enterprising OU students picked for nationwide business programme

Three OU in Scotland students have been chosen for the prestigious Converge programme 2025 cohort, with the chance to win a share of a £400,000-plus prize pot.

22nd May 2025
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