Open Window University

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OWU 2026 Calendar of Events

2026 Calendar of Events

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Join us at our Open Day to discover the top reasons to pursue your studies at Open Window University, including:
- To study an international quality creative arts, marketing, or computer science qualification.
- To become part of a close-knit community dedicated to student wellness. - To build your CV from day one through real-world practical projects.
- To collaborate with international students during your studies.
- To graduate with skills that meet industry needs, making you industry preferred.

Join us at our Open Day to discover the top reasons to pursue your studies at Open Window University, including: - To study an international quality creative arts, marketing, or computer science qualification. - To become part of a close-knit community dedicated to student wellness. - To build your CV from day one through real-world practical projects. - To collaborate with international students during your studies. - To graduate with skills that meet industry needs, making you industry preferred.

Next.js, the full-stack React Framework. This workshop is for developers with working knowledge of Javascript, looking to learn how to use the React Library, and utilize Next.js capabilities for routing and full-stack web development. We will cover the Javascript concepts that are useful in React, React Hooks,State management, Next.js app router and working with APIs.

This workshop turns good designers into great designers, making them a complete powerhouse! You will learn how to capture attention and convey meaning through visual and textual elements.

In this workshop, participants will learn the essentials of creating realistic and expressive walk cycles using Adobe After Effects and the Duik Bassel plugin. This hands-on session is designed for beginners, providing a step-by-step guide to animating characters with professional techniques.

Are you a Content Creator, Marketer, Business Owner, or Influencer? Join us for an insightful workshop designed to unlock the strategies behind creating viral content. In this session, you'll learn about the key elements of virality, its impact, and how to achieve successful collaborations. We’ll dive into understanding the true purpose of your content, building content pillars, and developing a content-driven social media strategy and plan. Plus, we'll explore the power of storytelling, producing high-quality content, and maintaining authenticity throughout your content creation journey.

This workshop will help creatives establish consistent and compelling narratives that drive customer engagement and loyalty. Effective brand strategy and positioning have many benefits, including increased brand recognition and reputation, improved customer acquisition and retention and ultimately, sustained business growth and profitability. It’s important for graphic designers to be equipped with these tools in order to increase the value of their work.

In this workshop, participants will learn the essentials of creating realistic and expressive walk cycles using Adobe After Effects and the Duik Bassel plugin. This hands-on session is designed for beginners, providing a step-by-step guide to animating characters with professional techniques.

Mind mapping is an effective tool for structuring written work, whether for employer projects, research papers, or content creation such as blogs. In this workshop, participants will learn to approach creative writing with an organised framework, enabling them to transform their ideas and thoughts into clear, coherent, and well-structured pieces. The workshop will also include practical exercises to deepen participants’ understanding of how to use mind mapping to enhance their creative writing.

Mind mapping is an effective tool for structuring written work, whether for employer projects, research papers, or content creation such as blogs. In this workshop, participants will learn to approach creative writing with an organised framework, enabling them to transform their ideas and thoughts into clear, coherent, and well-structured pieces. The workshop will also include practical exercises to deepen participants’ understanding of how to use mind mapping to enhance their creative writing.

This workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of digital marketing, including social media, content creation, SEO, email marketing, and analytics. Learn to build an online presence, engage your audience, and drive results for your brand or business. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this session will provide you with practical tools and insights to succeed in the digital world.

Learn the foundational concepts of machine learning, as well as the basics of programming in a workshop dedicated to the future of computing! After that, put your new skills to the test in a practical session where you will create a simple machine learning model using Python!

Free to the public and attended by influential women in film and photography, this event provides a unique space for experience professionals and aspiring professionals within these fields to share ideas, experiences, and advice.

Join us at Open Window University for a vibrant Food Market alongside an engaging panel discussion offering invaluable insights into working in the Zambian arts industry, including job and business opportunities.

Join us for an evening of creative expression! Showcase your talent and creativity through spoken word at our Annual Poetry Night. It’s a wonderful opportunity to share your voice and connect with fellow poets.

We cordially invite all principals and head teachers to pay us a visit to learn about our unique educational offerings and the creative arts industry through our comprehensive writing workshops.

Learn the fundamentals of storytelling in film and discover the magic behind great filmmaking. The workshop will focus on documentary film, while also shedding light on other forms such as narrative and commercial filmmaking.

Prepare to attend a captivating arts festival illustrating the intersections of music, performance, art, and cinema in a dynamic and exciting showcase. The iMPAC arts festival is completely FREE to the public, so make sure to come see all the works of Zambia’s shining stars on display!

An exclusive pre-symposium workshop directed at industry professionals focusing on the transformative uses of creative and expressive arts therapies in education, therapy, community, and healthcare.

Learn how you can transform your passion for computer science, marketing, or the creative arts into a dynamic and fulfilling career.

Join a film workshop that covers the basics of storytelling in filmmaking. The workshop will focus on documentary film, while further extending to other forms of film such as narrative and commercial.

Whether you are passionate about the creative arts, computer science, or marketing, don’t miss this opportunity to master your passion and to turn it into a successful and fulfilling career!

Expand your awareness of the creative and expressive arts in therapy, education, professional practice, community engagement and African culture, through a diverse set of academic presentations on the subject by local and international guests.

Learn the fundamentals of animation design, including principles of motion, character design, storyboarding, and more. Get an introduction to Adobe After Effects and find out how you can use this tool in the marketing world.

Interested in joining one of our programmes?

Send us your request and we will contact you

Whatsapp/Call: +260 76 388 5871
Email: info@owu.edu.zm

Course Details

Fees: $32.00 / course
Credits: 1 Credit / course
Duration: 6-10hrs / week

(Includes 7 hours of self-study and a 3-hour live session with a facilitator)