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We’re a private company jointly owned by The Open University and The SEEK Group. The Open University has 50 years of experience in distance learning and online education.

We have hundreds of partners from around the world. These include many of the best UK and international universities, as well as institutions with a huge archive of cultural and educational material, such as the British Council, the British Library, the British Museum, and the National Film and Television School.

We also work with a range of internationally renowned organisations - from professional bodies such as the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), to businesses like the BBC and Marks & Spencer, to the UK Government.

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The Secret Power of Brands (FutureLearn)

Understand the role of brands and brand management in the modern world, and start developing your career in the sector. Brands are the most potent commercial and cultural force on the planet. Think McDonald’s, Apple, Manchester United, Tate, Google or Harry Potter. Get under the skin of such brands, [...]

Exploring Instructional Leadership in Education (FutureLearn)

Apr 17th 2023
Exploring Instructional Leadership in Education (FutureLearn)
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Learn how instructional leadership can motivate staff, transform teaching and learning, and help students to succeed. Discover the link between effective leadership and improved student outcomes. Instructional leaders in schools create supportive and collaborative learning environments for staff and students. On this three-week course, you’ll explore the role of [...]

Get ready for a Masters in Data Science and AI (FutureLearn)

Identify whether you’re ready for Master’s study, improve your data science skills, and get to grips with the basics of Python. Get a taste of life as a Data Science and AI Master's student. On this course, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the disciplines involved in a Master’s [...]

Understanding Depression and Low Mood in Young People (FutureLearn)

Apr 17th 2023
Understanding Depression and Low Mood in Young People (FutureLearn)
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Understand how to recognise depression and low mood in teenagers and learn how to help. Depression in teenagers can be long-lasting and have wide-ranging effects. Identifying such difficulties early on and offering appropriate support is key in bringing about positive change for young people. However parents and professionals are [...]

Dyslexia and Foreign Language Teaching (FutureLearn)

Learn more about dyslexia, and gain practical teaching tools and insights to help dyslexic students learn foreign languages. Discover teaching strategies to help dyslexic students learn a foreign language. Dyslexia affects 10-15% of the population. Dyslexic students are often either exempted from the study of additional languages or they [...]

Introduction to Content Design (FutureLearn)

Apr 10th 2023
Introduction to Content Design (FutureLearn)
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Discover the fundamentals of content design. Learn about user-centred content that's easy for everyone to understand and access. Learn how to apply user-centred design methods to enhance your digital content. On this course, you’ll get to grips with the main concepts of effective user-centred content design. You’ll develop your [...]

Entrepreneurship in Nonprofits (FutureLearn)

Take a look at the world of social entrepreneurship and familiarize yourself with new concepts and methods of entrepreneurship. Learn about economic tools to become a successful social entrepreneur. Nonprofit organizations operate globally in many areas. They address societal issues in fields like health, culture and arts, environment, education [...]

The Scottish Highland Clans: Origins, Decline and Transformation (FutureLearn)

Apr 3rd 2023
The Scottish Highland Clans: Origins, Decline and Transformation (FutureLearn)
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Explore fascinating Scottish history by learning about the Highland clans and how clanship has changed across hundreds of years. Discover the important history of the Highland clans. The Highland, Gaelic speaking clans are a vital part of Scotland’s history. They also shape how the world imagines Scotland [...]

Managing Big Data with R and Hadoop (FutureLearn)

Learn how to manage and analyse big data using the R programming language and Hadoop programming framework. This course will give you access to a virtual environment with installations of Hadoop, R and Rstudio to get hands-on experience with big data management. Several unique examples from statistical learning and [...]

Rome: a Virtual Tour of the Ancient City (FutureLearn)

Mar 27th 2023
Rome: a Virtual Tour of the Ancient City (FutureLearn)
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Explore the architecture and history of Rome, walking around a 3D digital model of the ancient city, with this free online course. Explore ancient Rome through a unique, historically accurate 3D model. Take a guided tour around ancient Rome with expert Professor Matthew Nicholls, using his detailed and award-winning [...]