Developing the regulatory toolkit
This is an edited version of a speech given by Susan Lapworth at the Independent HE annual conference 2021 on 12 October 2021.
Last updated: 21 Oct 2021
Blog postAll information about registering with the OfS
Consultation on the Office for Students’ approach to reportable events: Analysis of responses to consultation and decision
Our consultation sought views on amendments to the definition of ‘reportable events’ in the OfS’s regulatory framework and on revised guidance (Regulatory advice 16) to help providers to understand and meet the OfS’s reporting requirements. We undertook a qualitative analysis of the feedback that we received. In this document we identify and discuss the most significant issues raised by respondents.
Last updated: 20 Oct 2021
PublicationRegulatory advice 16: Reportable events
This guidance document provides additional information for registered providers on reportable events.
Last updated: 20 Oct 2021
PublicationUniversities must not disregard poor spelling and grammar – OfS
Universities and colleges should consider students’ spelling, punctuation and grammar when marking exams and assessments, the Office for Students (OfS) argues in a report published today.
Last updated: 07 Oct 2021
Press releaseAssessment practices in English higher education providers: Spelling, punctuation and grammar
Assessment practices in English higher education providers: Spelling, punctuation and grammar
Last updated: 07 Oct 2021
PublicationWhy students should have their say on how universities and colleges are regulated
As a student, how do you know whether the course you choose is good quality? Do you feel confident that your university or college will support you throughout your time there?
Last updated: 16 Sep 2021
Blog postRegistration decision
The Office for Students has refused the registration application of British Institute of Technology Ltd, following a rigorous process of assessment and evaluation.
Last updated: 16 Aug 2021
Our newsNew conditions will allow regulator to clamp down on poor quality and standards in higher education
The Office for Students (OfS) is consulting on new regulation to protect quality and standards in higher education in England. The new requirements will allow the OfS to intervene more frequently in universities and colleges where courses fall below expectations and require improvement.
Last updated: 20 Jul 2021
Press releaseConsultation on regulating quality and standards in higher education: Analysis of responses
This document is an analysis of responses to our consultation on regulating quality and standards in higher education held between 17 November 2020 and 25 January 2021.
Last updated: 20 Jul 2021
PublicationConsultation on quality and standards conditions
We undertook a preliminary consultation on a range of quality and standards issues during the winter of 2020-21. The current consultation takes forward some aspects of that consultation and makes more detailed proposals about new regulatory requirements.
Last updated: 20 Jul 2021
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