The OfS is concerned that some registered higher education providers may have clauses in their contract with students which allow them to withdraw offers if a course is oversubscribed. Our view is that providers should not use such clauses as doing so would likely contravene consumer law.
Last updated: 24 Nov 2021
Our newsThis document analyses how English higher education providers regulated by the OfS pay their senior staff.
Last updated: 12 Nov 2021
PublicationThis 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 postOur 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
PublicationThis guidance document provides additional information for registered providers on reportable events.
Last updated: 20 Oct 2021
PublicationUniversities 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
Last updated: 07 Oct 2021
PublicationAs 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 postThe 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 newsThe 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
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