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

Two women standing for a picture together with a green highland landscape in the background.

Health challenges inspire mother and daughter to gain first-class degrees

A mother and daughter who turned personal health challenges into a shared ambition to help others are graduating together with first-class honours in psychology from the OU in Scotland.

12th October 2026
A view of Edinburgh from Calton Hill towards Princes Street, with trees in the foreground.

New approach to grow support for tree planting

A free tool for planners and community groups has been published by researchers.

1st October 2026
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