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Future proofing UK business for a digital future: how flexible learning can help close the digital skills gap

There is little doubt that technology is developing faster than the UK workforce is able to adapt to it. Josie Fraser of the Open University argues that a new approach to employee training and development is required.

Student choice and flexible learning 09 Oct 2019

Supporting disabled students to succeed

Following the launch of a campaign to recruit members for the Disabled Students' Commission, Chris Millward explains the background to the new body, what it will do, and why it is needed.

Equality of opportunity 08 Oct 2019

Making a positive difference: Mature students and health education

Mature students are turning away from nursing and specialist healthcare courses. These programmes offer excellent career opportunities and we need to make sure all students know about the financial support available to help with the costs of their studies.

Student choice and flexible learning 20 Sep 2019

The Office for Students’ new regulatory order

Susan Lapworth, our Director of Competition and Registration, describes arrangements for students at providers who have applied for registration but do not yet have a final decision, such as limited designation and teach out.

Registering with the OfS 13 Sep 2019

The importance of information – a cautionary tale

Today sees the launch of a new student information website, Discover Uni. Emma Maskell reflects on her own, less-than-exemplary information experiences as a student and teacher.

General 12 Sep 2019

Putting student experiences at the forefront of higher education Registering with the OfS

That’s the plan, but first, we need to listen and learn… Cassie Agbehenu reflects on the development of the OfS’s student engagement strategy.

General 10 Sep 2019

Student engagement – you might not notice it, but it matters

OfS student panellist Sam Dedman discusses what student engagement is and how you can make an impact at a national level by taking part in our student engagement survey.

Student choice and flexible learning 04 Sep 2019

Discovering Uni: planning your higher education journey

Thinking about university? A new student information website, Discover Uni, will help you cut through the complexity of decision making. Launches September 2019

Student choice and flexible learning 13 Aug 2019