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WEBNew OU/BBC documentary looks back at the career of Linford Christie. July 22, 2024. Success for OU Broadcast and Partnerships at the 2024 Learning on Screen Awards. May 16, 2024. “OU study was the start of an amazing journey,” says celebrated dementia activist Gina. May 16, 2024. OU student wins apprenticeship award.
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“The OU gave me a head start” says UK’s youngest Law graduate
WEBApr 18, 2019 · Since it began in 1969, the OU has taught more than 2 million students worldwide. There are over 170,000 current students, including more than 15,000 overseas. Explore our undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Zahra Alidina, the UK's youngest Law graduate, explains how the OU gave her a head start on …
Top ten most popular free courses to indulge in on OpenLearn
WEBDec 26, 2023 · Since its launch in 2006 The Open University’s free learning resource website OpenLearn has received more than 112 million visits with many people going on to complete several of the hundreds of free courses available.. Each year we collate which are the most popular – some are just a few hours long while others – the badged open courses – comprise 24 hours of CPD-approved learning and ...
Meet the OU Law graduate using his degree to support fellow …
WEBOct 4, 2021 · By Carly Sumner Sinfield October 4, 2021. When Anthony Brown first applied for university aged 21, he was almost deported. Decades later, after achieving a Law degree with The Open University, Anthony is using his skills to passionately fight for others affected by the Windrush scandal. Anthony, now 60, shares his incredible story so far:
Open University looks to the future as it celebrates 47 years of ...
WEBApr 26, 2016 · The Vice-Chancellor of The Open University (OU) has called on the organisation to draw inspiration from its “glorious” past as it marks the 47 th anniversary of receiving its Royal Charter.. A series of special events have been taking place across the OU, including keynote speeches from Peter Horrocks, as well as the University’s Pro-Chancellor, Richard Gillingwater.
Thousands celebrate as degree ceremony season begins at The …
WEBSep 14, 2018 · For many Open University students, the degree ceremony signals the culmination of years of hard work and sacrifice to achieve a dream. Mary says that – even after a half-century of its existence – the sense of pride in The Open University is as strong as ever: “The OU started its journey nearly 50 years ago. The technology and fashions ...
Virtual Degree Ceremonies 2021 – here’s how you can join in
WEBMay 3, 2021 · Virtual Degree Ceremonies 2021 – here’s how you can join in. By Natalie McCaskill May 3, 2021. We’ll be celebrating the fantastic achievements of some of our new OU graduates during six virtual degree ceremonies on Friday 22nd October (at 11am, 2pm, 4pm) and Friday 29th October (at 11am, 2pm, 4pm). …
Following in his mother’s footsteps - OU News
WEBApr 21, 2019 · For Marva and Adrian Rollins, a passion for education and helping others is something which runs in the family. Marva, who recently received an OBE from the Queen in recognition of Services to Education, has spent over twenty years as a Headteacher and continues to be an active and inspiring member of her community.
Top 10 OpenLearn courses of 2022 - OU News
WEBDec 20, 2022 · It’s time for the top 10 OpenLearn courses of 2022! 1. Being an OU student. At number one is the classic ‘Being an OU student’ course, which is a go-to for any new students to the OU. If you’re starting with the OU in the New Year, check out this course for a taster of distance learning and to help you embed in the OU community.
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