Research

The School of Arts and Humanities enjoys an international reputation for its award-winning academic research, supported by our vibrant research groups and centres, and our lively postgraduate research culture. Our researchers are committed to engaging with the wider world, enriching the lives of individuals and communities with their projects.

- Dr Gemma Allen (Director of Research)

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Research Groups

The School’s groups and centres reveal the richness and diversity of Arts and Humanities research.

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Research Projects

Our projects demonstrate our vibrant research culture, and commitment to engagement with the wider world.

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Impact and Engagement

Our research engages with society and culture at local, national and international levels, enriching the lives of diverse individuals and communities.

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Postgraduate Research

The School offers an intellectually stimulating environment for our committed and highly productive postgraduate research community.

News

The OU offers Classical Studies scholarships to UK schoolteachers
6th July 2022
The OU is offering three fully funded bursaries for UK schoolteachers to study an undergraduate module in Latin or Classical Civilisation.
FASS Art History series about climate change to debut at Glasgow Science Festival
9th June 2022
A new FASS series using art history to examine climate change is set to launch at the Glasgow Science Festival.
Double Award win for OU Music academics
5th May 2022
OU Music academics celebrate a double win for their published work with the announcement of the CB Oldman Awards by the International Association...