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The Open University (OU) has once again solidified its position as a leader in higher education, marking its 20th consecutive year as the top institution for overall student satisfaction in Northern Ireland. 

Friday 31 May 2024, marked a significant milestone for former Connacht Rugby player, Jonny Murphy, as he proudly graduated with a law degree from The Open University. His journey to this academic achievement is one of resilience and reinvention, shaped by an unexpected concussion that abruptly ended his promising rugby career and paused his studies.

The Open University (OU) has been awarded the status of University of Sanctuary, making it the first university in Northern Ireland to receive this accreditation. 

New data from this year’s Business Barometer report published by The Open University in partnership with the British Chambers of Commerce, has found that nearly a half (44%) of organisations in Northern Ireland are still reporting worrying skills shortages.  

The opportunity to study came at just the right time for Paul. Upon a well-earned early retirement, he found that he finally had time to dedicate to the things that mattered most to him – his grandchildren, football and a long-standing love for history. 

Seaman, William Graham, has shown dedication and resilience to successfully complete a psychology and counselling degree while balancing the demands of his career at sea and caring for his mother with Dementia and Lewy Bodies.  

In a boost for social care skills development in Northern Ireland, The Open University celebrated the graduation of the first group of students to complete the BA (Honours) Social Work since its approval by the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (the Social Care Council).

The Open University is proud to announce that esteemed journalist and author Brian Rowan has been awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of the University at its Belfast Degree Ceremony on Friday, 31^st May 2024.

Open College Network NI and The Open University in Ireland sign MoU  

The Open University (OU) is delighted to partner with Cisco, the multinational digital communications technology corporation, to create Northern Ireland’s first Cisco Academy Support Centre.