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Education & Development
Transition to Higher Education in Northern Ireland
The hub has been funded by The Department for the Economy to assist new students to prepare for and settle into their studies at universities, university colleges and further education colleges across Northern Ireland. The hub has a range of OpenLearn online materials to help with digital learning, study skills, wellbeing and subject-specific ...
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Education & Development
Study online and find a subject that inspires you
The Open University offers flexible part-time study, supported distance and open learning for undergraduate and postgraduate courses and qualifications. OpenLearn is the home of free online learning offered by the OU. There are hundreds of flexible courses that players can combine with a busy training and match schedule.
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Society, Politics & Law
Newry: Frontier town or border city?
Newly-minted Newry's city status may be - but it still relies on the same commerce and location that has kept it thriving across the centuries as a town.
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Science, Maths & Technology
The geology of Northern Ireland
Discover the exceptional geological diversity of Northern Ireland.
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Science, Maths & Technology
Fermanagh: The backdrop to the G8 summit
Explore the hidden gems of Fermanagh in Northern Ireland, an inspired choice for the 2013 G8 summit.
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Health, Sports & Psychology
Belfast: Racing to the top for the Grande Partenza
All eyes are on Belfast as it hosts the Giro d’Italia’s Grande Partenza (big start) in 2014.
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History & The Arts
Ireland cycling history: whizzing in all directions
The Giro D'Italia's Big Start in Ireland is a fitting event for a place always quick to adopt the latest cycling trends.
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OpenLearn Ireland
What is OpenLearn Ireland?
OpenLearn Ireland provides free learning content from The Open University for all who are interested in Ireland, Northern Ireland and the culture, developments and events on the island.
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History & The Arts
The Life of Saint Patrick
Who was Saint Patrick? This extract from Alban Butler's 18th Century work on the lives of the saints tells the story of Ireland's patron saint.
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OpenLearn Ireland
Three Irish poets - introduction
A look at three female Irish Poets – Ellen O'Leary, Katharine Tynan and Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill.
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History & The Arts
National identity in Britain and Ireland, 1780–1840
What is a ‘nation’? What is a ‘state’? Where have these ideas come from and how have they developed over time? This free course, National identity in Britain and Ireland, 1780-1840, explores how the United Kingdom of Britain and Ireland was formed. It then moves to analyse the distinctions between the terms ‘nation’ and ‘state’. Finally, it ...
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Science, Maths & Technology
Geology toolkit
Discover the unique landscape of Great Britain and Ireland with our interactive Geology Toolkit, featuring a geology timeline, rock analyser, rock cycle, landscape features and safety tips.