Dates for your diary: August, September and October 2026

Open SU's Welcome Week
Starts Saturday, 26 September
Whether you're a new or returning student, Welcome Week is packed with fun events, insightful talks, and plenty of ways to get involved with the wonderful community of OU students!
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Open University in Scotland Welcome Events
Friday, 21 August – Thursday, 8 October
Online and in person
New to the OU in Scotland? Join one of the welcome events to meet fellow students, hear from OU staff, pick up practical tips for starting your studies, and discover the support available throughout your OU journey.
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School of Maths & Stats Welcome Events
Throughout September
If you’re taking a module in the School of Maths & Stats in October, visit your study site to see what welcome events are taking place throughout September. You can also catch up on recordings of past events, which may help if you’re deciding on your next module.
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OU Pride Virtual Study Session
Every Friday
Online
Join other students for a virtual study session hosted by OU Pride — a friendly space to focus, study alongside others and feel connected.
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Cwtch & Create: A Wales Club Creative Drop-In
Every Saturday
Online
Open to all, rooted in Wales and united in creativity, this relaxed creative drop-in is a chance to connect with others while making, chatting or simply joining for company.
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Career Together
Thursday, 3 September and Thursday, 1 October: 12:30pm–1:45pm
Online
On the first Thursday of every month, join the careers team for dedicated time to tackle a careers task you’ve been putting off. You might work on your CV, LinkedIn profile, skills audit, labour market research, job application, or anything else that helps you focus on your next step — all in a supportive space with other OU students.
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Enhance your career skills and broaden your horizons
Monday, 12 – Friday, 16 October
Online
Take the next steps in your career with this one-week series of online workshops.
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The leaders we need: Quiet influence and reflection in uncertain times
Thursday, 8 October: 4pm–5pm
Milton Keynes campus and online
Jacqueline Baker, Professor of Public Leadership and Management, will explore how organisational and sociological cultures shape learning, leadership and professional identity in this inaugural lecture.
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Don't forget to check out the OU library's programme of live online training sessions and events for all OU students. This includes introductions to the online library, how to find information for your assignments, and referencing. Visit the training page to see upcoming sessions. 

Unable to attend live? No problem – recordings are available to watch any time.