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Student co-researcher opportunity: Virtual Courtroom project
Location: At home / online Duration: Weekly Dedication: More than 1 day
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Open to W360, W321, W322, W323, and W330 students only.
The Open Justice Centre has developed an innovative Virtual Courtroom (VCR) platform- CourtSpace, which has been developed through research projects with law, and policing students.
CourtSpace has received funding to integrate it within the law and policing curriculum and update the content within the VCR. This will offer students the opportunity to participate in a greater variety of immersive simulations, which supports knowledge and understanding of court systems, advocacy skills, evidence giving, and courtroom procedure in a safe and scalable digital environment.
The academic team are seeking a student partner to work collaboratively with them on the project, including reviewing the VCR content, identifying opportunities for enhancement and contributing to the co-creation of new VCR scenarios and learning activities.
The role is available for a total of 25 hours from November 26 to March 27, paid at an hourly rate of £12.71 per hour.
Closing date: 5pm, Friday 16th October 2026.
See the full job specification for more details and how to apply - click the button below for the full job specification.
Open to W360, W321, W322, W323, and W330 students only.
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Location: At home / online Duration: Flexible Dedication: Flexible
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Sign up to the Student Voice mailing list to find out about all current opportunities that need your opinion, your voice, to make changes within the OU.
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Find out moreDo you have a passion for the environment and/or sustainability at the OU?
Location: At home / online Duration: Flexible Dedication: Flexible
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If you have a passion for the environment or a general interest in making things more sustainable, then OpenSU would love to hear from you!
Join the Environmental and Sustainability Society, which is for students, former students, and staff of The Open University, as well as others who advocate our society’s aims. “We envision a regenerative world, working together towards sustainable practices for a healthy environment, without compromising on the needs of future generations”.
The society members will support activities, events, and environmental action in the community and as individuals. The society are looking for help as it grows so if you are interested in joining as a member or a volunteer, contact us by following the link on the 'find out more' button. The link will take you direct to an article with much more information and contact details.
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