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Precious Chatterje-Doody @preciouschatd.bsky.social · 7d

Very much enjoyed sitting down with @alexvont.bsky.social on @bunkerpod.bsky.social this week to talk all things disinformation

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The Bunker podcast – News without the nonsense @bunkerpod.bsky.social · 7d

🚨OUT NOW🚨
Power, disruption and lies – Why Russia’s info warriors could be weaker than you think. Disinformation expert Dr Precious Chatterje-Doody joins @alexvont.bsky.social to discuss 👉 linktr.ee/bunker_pod

#podcast #Russia #bunkerpod

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Jack Flaherty @meanderinghist.bsky.social · Sep 1

With my free time, I have been working on the new OU Politics, International Relations, and Policy Society. We have a website now. Sign up for the upcoming newsletter oupips.org.uk @oupolitics.bsky.social @oustudents.bsky.social

OU Politics, International Relations, and Policy Society

Visit the post for more.

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Simon Usherwood @simonusherwood.bsky.social · Aug 29

Come and join us in Brussels on 17 Sept to discuss EU-UK relations

Top line up (and fancy catering too)

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The future of UK-EU relations - UK in a changing Europe

Join UK in a Changing Europe and The Open University in Brussels as they bring together leading academics, think tankers, officials and journalists in Brussels to discuss UK-EU relations.

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Jack Flaherty @meanderinghist.bsky.social · Aug 27

We will be having another meeting on forming the society this coming Sunday. If you are an @openuniversity.bsky.social student and are interested in Politics, International Relations, and Policy, come join us @oupolitics.bsky.social @oustudents.bsky.social events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f1d150...

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Precious Chatterje-Doody @preciouschatd.bsky.social · Aug 26

The BBC has done a deep dive into current activities of Russia’s RT network, extensively citing research from me, @rhyscrilley.bsky.social @m-deceit.bsky.social et al in our new (free-to-download!) book.

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How Russia is trying to win over the world beyond the West - BBC News

Over the past three years, Russian state-backed news channel RT has expanded its international presence.

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Dr Georgina Holmes @drgholmes.bsky.social · Aug 6

Really pleased my article on the election process of the UN Secretary General is now available in the Open University's Resources for Schools, created for secondary school age students across the UK. #UNSG #unitednations
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Resources for schools

Keep on top of your learning with these free resources from The Open University, created for secondary school age students across the UK.

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Precious Chatterje-Doody @preciouschatd.bsky.social · Aug 8

Fancy a sneaky peek of our UG IR offerings? Look no further…..

POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Interested in undergrad IR? Check out this thread of @openuniversity.bsky.social links, including sign up details for our new module D228, a new @ouopenlearn.bsky.social course, our IR degree, and two informative videos #StudyIR #OpenUniversity

@polstudiesassoc.bsky.social @mybisa.bsky.social

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Africa has long been a stage for great power competition. Discover how global dynamics unfold across the continent in the context of cobalt, car batteries and the Congo, and what lessons IR theory offers. Watch our latest video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LFH... #Africa #GreatPowers #Geopolitics

Congo international relations: From Congo to your car

YouTube video by OpenLearn from The Open University

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

What role does terrorism play in shaping International Relations? In this eye opening video, our experts break down how IR thinkers analyse terror—interact with states, actors, and global security. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ru2M... #Terrorism #GlobalSecurity

Terrorism and international relations

YouTube video by OpenLearn from The Open University

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Ready to turn your curiosity about world affairs into a degree? Our BA (Hons) in International Relations lets you dive into IR theory, global politics, conflict and cooperation—flexibly, from anywhere. Discover how to shape your career in a globalised world: bit.ly/45m0JSL #FutureLeaders #StudyIR

BA (Hons) International Relations | Open University | R83

This international relations degree will give you the knowledge and skills to apply key concepts and enable you to discuss current issues of global importance.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Interested in IR? 'Exploring international relations' examines the actors, issues & perspectives at the heart of global affairs—covering conflict, security, human rights and more. Great for anyone ready to explore the forces shaping our world. www.open.ac.uk/courses/modu... #StudyIR #OpenUniversity

Exploring International Relations: Actors, Issues, Perspectives | Open University | D228

This module introduces the study and practice of international relations, focusing on conflict and security, the global political economy, and human rights.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Curious about what lies behind global headlines? Explore great power rivalries, terrorism & key IR theories with our FREE OpenLearn course: Introducing International Relations. No sign-up needed & earn a Statement of Participation! bit.ly/4mwSDxJ #FreeLearning

Introducing International Relations

In this free course you will be introduced to the subject of International Relations (IR). You will learn how IR seeks to analyse vital global problems and the key actors and issues involved. In ...

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 8

Interested in undergrad IR? Check out this thread of @openuniversity.bsky.social links, including sign up details for our new module D228, a new @ouopenlearn.bsky.social course, our IR degree, and two informative videos #StudyIR #OpenUniversity

@polstudiesassoc.bsky.social @mybisa.bsky.social

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Aug 7

Congrats to @drdonnasmith.bsky.social 😀👇

Donna Smith @drdonnasmith.bsky.social · Aug 7

Delighted to have won the @journalpolitics.bsky.social best learning and teaching article!

Details below, and original article here: journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....

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Politics Journal @politicsjournal.bsky.social · Aug 6

2024 Best Learning and Teaching Article published in Politics @polstudiesassoc.bsky.social @sagepub.com @uofglasgow.bsky.social: we are happy to announce that the winner is Dr Donna Smith @drdonnasmith.bsky.social for her work on student communities. Details at: journals.sagepub.com/page/pol/col...

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

Sign up for the MA below!

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

Ready to shape the future of global politics? From climate diplomacy to rising powers, our MA in International Relations builds the expertise that defines tomorrow's world. Registration closes 14 August 2025 - secure your place today! www.open.ac.uk/postgraduate...

MA International Relations Part 1 | Open University | D818

Explore the key dilemmas of international relations including international divisions, rising powers, security and global challenges, democratic crisis, and global ethical dilemmas.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

Ready to shape the future of global politics? From climate diplomacy to rising powers, our MA in International Relations builds the expertise that defines tomorrow's world. Registration closes 14 August 2025 - secure your place today! www.open.ac.uk/postgraduate...

MA International Relations Part 1 | Open University | D818

Explore the key dilemmas of international relations including international divisions, rising powers, security and global challenges, democratic crisis, and global ethical dilemmas.

www.open.ac.uk

POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

During independent study, your progress is supported with a range of materials and activities, including check-in weeks, a “progression milestones” template, and clinics led by expert tutors offering focused guidance on any part of your work you want to discuss.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

Block 2 covers how to produce an academically rigorous literature review, integrate IR theories and methods seamlessly, handle data collection and analysis with confidence, tackle ethics and data management and build a standout research proposal.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

Block 1 prepares you for independent research by helping you focus in on a defined study area and craft a compelling research question. You’ll also master how to scope out the key academic literature to build a solid foundation for your project.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 25

Part 2 of the MA (D828) is your chance to investigate an IR topic you’re passionate about - building a full research project with support from OU experts. Through masterclasses, activities & peer input, you'll gain the skills to design, develop & deliver original work.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 24

When is it right to intervene? Block 6 dives into the ethical fault lines of global politics—tackling human rights, sovereignty & humanitarian action through the lenses of the English School and cosmopolitan IR theory, using interpretivist methods to unpack it all.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 24

Is democracy in crisis? Block 5 explores how rising populism, autocracy & nationalism are reshaping global politics - through liberal & constructivist IR theory, backed by both statistical and narrative analysis. Discover what this means for the future of international relations.

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 23

On Tuesday 1 July, Dr Georgina Holmes and NGO Security Women ran an internal workshop for the UK @defencehq.bsky.social on the recruitment of women into the British Armed Forces, ahead of the new tri-service recruitment programme 2027.

Read here! fass.open.ac.uk/news/improvi...

Workshop held on improving the recruitment of women into the British Armed Forces

On Tuesday 1 July, Dr Georgina Holmes and NGO SecurityWomen ran an internal workshop for the UK Ministry of Defence on the recruitment of women into the British Armed Forces, ahead of the new tri-serv...

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 23

What threatens our survival? Block 4 tackles global crises like climate change & pandemics using game theory, liberal & green IR theory. You'll even take part a climate negotiation simulation to sharpen your diplomatic skills!

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POLIS @oupolitics.bsky.social · Jul 23

What threatens our security? Block 3 introduces and explores the concept of ‘security’ within IR. It looks at how understandings of security have changed since the Cold War, with a focus on poststructuralist & feminist IR, and discourse analysis.

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