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Welsh employers urged to consider ‘grow your own’ talent as national skills shortage crisis continues

This year’s Business Barometer report published by The Open University and the British Chamber of Commerce shows that three quarters (75%) of Welsh business leaders are still experiencing skills shortages, a statistic unwavering since last year’s report findings.

Wed, 06/28/2023 - 14:55

Welsh universities are helping to tackle poverty in communities across Wales

On Tuesday 27 June, The Open University in Wales took part in a showcase in the Senedd to demonstrate how universities are tackling poverty in Wales.

Tue, 06/27/2023 - 10:05

OU academic talks comets and Welsh whisky at Senedd event

On Tuesday 13 June, The Open University in Wales joined the Royal Society of Chemistry at the Welsh Parliament for its annual Science in the Senedd event.

Fri, 06/16/2023 - 12:25

New Interim Director for the OU in Wales

Following the retirement last week of Louise Casella, the OU in Wales has appointed David Price as the new Interim Director. 

Wed, 06/07/2023 - 15:37

Five reasons to study to become a teacher in Wales

Why should people consider entering teaching as a career? Sarah Stewart, Director of The Open University in Wales’ post-graduate certificate in education (PGCE) programme gives her top five reasons.

Fri, 06/02/2023 - 14:57

Outgoing OU in Wales director calls for university funding system to be revolutionised

On Monday 22 May, outgoing Open University (OU) in Wales director Louise Casella delivered a keynote speech at a special event to discuss the future of higher education in Wales.

Wed, 05/24/2023 - 12:19

Bethany gets position at children’s charity with the help of employability programme

Graduate Bethany has talked about securing a position, after taking part in an employability programme.

Fri, 05/05/2023 - 17:18

Graduate Helen describes how she studied while living with a visual impairment

Helen was encouraged by two work colleagues to study with the OU.

Fri, 04/21/2023 - 12:00

'The OU gave me my confidence back': Beck's experience of studying with MS

Beck graduated with a Master’s in Creative Writing, after also studying for her undergraduate degree with the OU. She lives with multiple sclerosis (MS), a condition which affects around 5,600 people in Wales.

Wed, 04/05/2023 - 16:53

OU in Wales Director announces retirement

Louise Casella, Director of The Open University in Wales, has announced that she will step down from her role, and retire in June 2023.

Thu, 03/30/2023 - 13:50
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