According to the statistics, China had over 310 million people aged 60 and above, accounting for approximately 22% of its total population, till the end of 2024. With socioeconomic development and rising living standards, a growing number of seniors are seeking continued education to enrich their cultural and spiritual lives. Elderly education not only makes seniors' lives more vibrant but also injects new vitality into the "silver economy."
Beijing, 27 May 2025 — The Open University of China (OUC) held a briefing for the Second New Business Innovation Competition on 27 May online and onsite. The competition aims to implement the arrangements outlined in the 2024-2035 Master Plan on Building China into a Leading Country in Education, support the development of a digital university, continuously enhance students' core competencies, and strengthen their innovation and entrepreneurship capabilities.
Beijing, 28 May 2025 — A delegation from the Autonomous Community of Galicia in Spain made a productive visit to the Open University of China (OUC).
“Huiling Seniors’ Culture Hub” Takes Root in Tianjin, Shaping a New Vision for Cultural Elderly Care
Recently, the Donation Ceremony for the “Huiling Seniors’ Culture Hub” project in Tianjin was held at the Beichen Experimental School of Tianjin Normal University, which was supported by the Open University of China (OUC) Education Foundation.
Beijing, 24 May 2025 – The Experimental College of the Open University of China (OUC) hosted a Welcome Ceremony for its 2025 Spring Semester students within OUC system. Vice President FAN Xianrui attended the event and delivered a speech. Over 2,500 new students participated in the event online or onsite.
Beijing, 22 May 2025 - The finals of the Third Teaching Skills Competition of the Open University of China (OUC) were successfully held at the Wukesong Campus.
Ningbo, 20-22 May 2025 - From 20 to 22 May, the Open University of China (OUC) hosted a meeting for 2025 enrolment in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province.
On 20 May 2025, the Open University of China (OUC) celebrated the third anniversary of its Lifelong Education Platform, reaffirming its commitment to serving lifelong learning for all and building a learning society where education is accessible for everyone, anytime and anywhere.