Mental health and wellbeing: a priority
Using our role as sector regulator to improve mental health and wellbeing among students is a priority for the OfS. Nicola Dandridge describes how we are doing that.
31 Oct 2018
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Having regard to institutional autonomy
The autonomy of universities and colleges is vital - but not absolute, explains Susan Lapworth. This and other tensions must be carefully balanced as the OfS regulates in students’ interests.
26 Oct 2018
Blog postLet’s shine a light on the opportunities in allied health professions
Higher education can open the door to a variety of important and rewarding specialist healthcare roles, but these opportunities are not always well understood.
25 Oct 2018
Blog postSubject-level TEF comes into sharper focus
A series of reports and guidance, published today, sets out a clear direction of travel for subject-level TEF. Yvonne Hawkins reflects on the journey so far.
22 Oct 2018
Blog postChoice decisions
Making the right choice is difficult at the best of times. But when what you are choosing could make a huge difference to the rest of your life it is important that choice is well-informed.
19 Oct 2018
Blog postThere’s no room for hate crime in higher education
As National Hate Crime Awareness Week begins, Yvonne Hawkins explains how the Office for Students is working with universities and colleges, students and others to eradicate hate crime on campus.
15 Oct 2018
Blog postNicola Dandridge: Improving graduate employability
Students need to take up every opportunity available to them during their time in higher education to help improve their employability and get a rewarding job.
17 Sep 2018
Blog postMatching ambition with outcomes for fair access and participation
The Office for Students (OfS) has launched a consultation which will see a major shake-up of the way we regulate access and participation.
12 Sep 2018
Blog postPartnerships prove how social mobility initiatives are good for businesses
With almost half of top UK firms introducing questions about candidates’ education, free school meals and parents’ jobs in their recruitment processes, it is clear that employers are changing the way they recruit. Universities must adapt to continue to collaborate effectively.
9 Aug 2018
Blog postThe NSS: In a league of its own
The sheer scale of the National Student Survey makes it a powerful weapon for students as well as a reliable guide for applicants.
31 Jul 2018
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