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International lunch for PGRs and colleagues (Bring and Share) 24 March 2026

An email to invite you to participate in an International Lunch for PGRs and colleagues (Tuesday 24 March, 12:30-14:00, Library Atrium) to celebrate our community.

26th February 2026

Postgraduate Research Experience Survey (PRES) 2025 update

Summary of main PRES 2025 results, including themes in open comments, with link to email with further information.

12th February 2026

OU PGR experience artwork unveiled

Infographic showing the OU PGR ExperienceYesterday at February PhD induction, we unveiled this gorgeous new illustration by OU Graduate School alumna, the incredibly talented Dr Vicky Bowskill. The artwork captures the PGR experience from both an official and a lived perspective, and highlights key sources of support.

4th February 2026

Regulation changes 25/26

A list of changes in the new regulations.

26th August 2025

Some examples of darned socks

University Mental Health Day and Open Learn resources

Wellbeing sessions on 13 March and some resources to learn from!

11th March 2025

Phone system issues - contacting the Graduate School

We have an intermittent issues with Graduate School phones and are aware that some students have had difficulty getting through. If you have trouble getting through on the phones, please email the [email protected] inbox and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

18th February 2025

BRP cards are sufficient evidence of immigration statement up till 31 March 2025

Additional letter of status can be requested from Graduate School - must be picked up by 20 December.

 

10th December 2024

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Ismay Mummery crowned winner at Bake Your Research

Ismay's research topic is 'Garment Mending: Drivers, Challenges and Opportunities for Different Communities'.

29th November 2024

Professor Tim Blackman steps down as Vice-Chancellor at The Open University 

Professor Tim Blackman has announced he is stepping down from his role as Vice-Chancellor at The Open University to focus on his health.

29th October 2024

Graduate School message on UK riots

Email directing PGRs to sources of support.

13th August 2024

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