On International Women’s Day the OU reveals how it aims to make a difference for women in crucial areas of the workplace where women are poorly…
Author Christine Drabwell
Fifty years ago today, a government White Paper was published, which introduced the concept of The Open University (OU). Originally called the ‘University of the Air’, the…
A unique OU/BBC documentary series, which goes behind the scenes to reveal how our Crown Prosecution Service really works, begins on BBC Four next week. ‘The…
The language of love is sometimes hard to understand. With Valentine’s Day upon us, the UK’s commercial outlets are busy shoving images and adverts of hearts…
Dr Sam Murphy, Lecturer in health studies and Interim Assistant Head of Department, in the Faculty of Health and Social Care writes on the controversial subject…
The OU Department of Physical Sciences is one of just two departments from UK universities to receive a top award this week for its dedication to…
Have you ever wondered why a person might wear their heart on their sleeve? Or why the world is your oyster? These literary expressions – and…
Where are all the top women in IT in the UK? OU research is investigating this very question to see why there is a lack of…
This post has been updated from the original article posted on January 8 2016. In the wake of the explosions in Jakarta and the first anniversary…
For Downton Abbey fans, Christmas will be bitter-sweet this year as the Christmas Special marks the final ever episode of the series enjoyed by millions. Joseph…