Philippa Pickford, our Director of Regulation, spoke at the Association of Colleges conference on 5 March 2026. Here is a transcript of her keynote speech, ‘OfS priorities and the regulation of colleges in an evolving landscape’.
Last updated: 05 Mar 2026
Blog postThis event offered practical guidance on the process for registering with the Office for Students (OfS), explaining our initial conditions, and what a high quality application should include.
Last updated: 24 Feb 2026
EventThe OfS has varied the degree awarding powers (DAPs) order for Lamda Limited.
Last updated: 10 Feb 2026
PublicationThis assessment report sets out advice about the quality of and standards applied to higher education courses and whether the provider has met the Research DAPs criteria.
Last updated: 05 Jan 2026
PublicationThis regulatory case report summarises concerns we found during an investigation into Brit College and its Diplomat in Education and Training course.
Last updated: 13 Nov 2025
PublicationWe consulted on a proposed new legal name for the University of Greenwich.
Last updated: 05 Nov 2025
PublicationOn 28 February 2025, the Office for Students (OfS) opened an investigation of Fairfield School of Business and Bath Spa University, specifically in relation to Bath Spa University students taught by Fairfield School of Business through a partnership between the providers.
Last updated: 16 Oct 2025
Press releaseFind out more about our new requirements for institutions who are seeking registration with the Office for Students (OfS).
Last updated: 23 Sep 2025
EventSecuring student success: Regulatory framework for higher education in England
Last updated: 18 Sep 2025
PublicationThe OfS has varied the degree awarding powers (DAPs) order for The Cornwall College Group.
Last updated: 11 Sep 2025
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