For more than 50 years, The Open University has opened access to education for people from all backgrounds and walks of life. Our new University Strategy builds on that heritage and sets out our vision for the years ahead: to be recognised as a transformative institution for the 21st century, delivering high-quality, digitally enabled education, impactful research and meaningful partnerships.

At the heart of the strategy is a simple belief: every time we remove a barrier, create an opportunity, connect people, ideas and communities, or enable someone to fulfil their potential, we help open the future. This ambition will shape how we educate, innovate, conduct research and work with partners across the UK and beyond.

Our strategy also reflects the role the University can play in addressing societal challenges, widening participation, developing skills and creating positive impact for learners, employers, communities and society.

Visit our dedicated Strategy website to explore the full strategy, discover our priorities for the future, and see how we will turn our ambitions into action.

Explore the Open University Strategy website