Study

Did you know that the OU provides you with access to Turnitin?

Charon Gates -
Find out about the system the OU uses to check your work against sources, including books, journals, websites and module materials.

Apply now for a £5,000 Santander Scholarship

hootbot -
The OU has partnered with Santander Universities to offer two £5,000 scholarships to support OU students during the 2025/26 academic year.

Insomnia, perseverance and community: studying, parenting and advocating while disabled

Scarlet James -
Insomnia fuels my nights, education drives my days, and community keeps me going!

Access study space and academic resources near you

The Open University Library -
Discover how SCONUL Access helps you study locally, access academic resources, and feel part of a wider university community.

It’s never too late to start your OU journey!

Heather Boult -
Discover how I started my OU journey later in life, plus new skills I've learnt, and tips for graduates.

Tips by (and for) new OU students

James "Jimmie" Daly -
Starting to study at The Open University can be daunting, but here are some helpful tips to help you get a head start!

Critical Geragogy and digital skills learning

Nina Taylor -
The reflections of an older learner about increasing digitalisation in study programmes and the need for appropriate support

Outcome of the OU Languages and Linguistics Periodic Quality Review ​

Student Voice Team -
Every six years, each OU subject area participates in a Periodic Quality Review (PQR) to ensure our teaching and learning provision meets the highest standards.

Editing for inclusion: Wikipedia edit-a-thon for Disability History Month

Jack Flaherty -
Jack Flaherty, Open SU's FASS Rep, is hosting a Wikipedia edit-a-thon for Disability History Month. How can we improve Wikipedia pages related to disability?

Studying in secure environments

Harry Jenkins -
Education has long been recognised as one of the most effective tools of rehabilitation and personal development within the criminal justice system (CJS)

International Stress Awareness Week – discover the resources available to you

Andrew Wilson -
International Stress Awareness Week happens from 3–7 November. This year’s theme is 'Optimising wellbeing through strategic stress management'.

Contacting the OU Student Support team for international students

Isabelle Hoyet -
My name is Isabelle Hoyet and I am the Representative for International Students at Open SU. Discover how to contact the OU's Student Support Team.