Welcome to Student Hub Live, a series of live, online and interactive events open to everyone at The Open University. We produce a range of activities designed to support all OU students in their studies and facilitate academic community. Visit our About page to find out more about what kinds of events we run, and how you can join them using your device of choice.
All SHL events are recorded and available to view the following day. Head to Event catch-ups and click on the study skills workshop or broadcast that you would like to view, then scroll down for a link to the recording.
Join us from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Your success in higher education and the professional world hinges on your ability to analyse, innovate, and solve complex problems. Come along for some insights into the creative problem-solving process.
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Share your tips for effective note-taking and discover new techniques to help you process, evaluate and recall important study material.
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
First of a three-part series on this key academic skill. Learning as adults involves analysing/ dissecting information to construct personal views.
Join us from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Balancing a role as a carer and studying can be challenging. This session will help carers find out what support might be available in their local area and what support is available from the OU, with a focus on wellbeing.
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Second of a three-part series. Building on the introductory workshop, this session goes into more depth about each of the tiers of critical thinking.
Join us from 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join our event on Generative AI: Who’s the expert? Explore best practice, future job skills, and inter-disciplinary benefits.
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Woah! A mysterious Student Hub Live summer party! A special guest and surprises galore. Be there to uncover the secrets …
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Third of a three-part series. Get logical with your critical thinking. Learn to dissect and map arguments, enhancing your critical thinking skills.
Join us from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Find out how incorporating sustainability studies into your OU post-grad degree can open up career opportunities.
Join us from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Share your thoughts on your Open University experience and explore student-led initiatives with the FASS (Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences) EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) students' team.
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Find out why tutor feedback is important, and how to use it effectively and constructively.
Join us from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Find out how to understand, deconstruct and articulate other people’s ideas, and how to effectively use them in your own assignments.
Join us from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Step into the world of postgrad studies! Explore options, skills, and job prospects. Learn how a Master’s can boost your career. Join us for a fun, informative event with experts and Q&A. Discover if a Master’s is your next big move.