The Office for Students (OfS)

Yesterday, we published the results of our stakeholder survey, providing insights into how the OfS is viewed by senior leaders of universities, colleges and specialist institutions. Read the press release: buff.ly/7Vq0ezL

Today, the OfS has confirmed that it will not seek to appeal a judicial review which found in favour of the University of Sussex on several grounds. Read our statement: officeforstudents.org.uk/news-blog-and-…

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Our annual analysis of English institutions’ financial sustainability finds that the sector has reported improved financial performance in 2024-25. However, there’s significant variation in performance between institutions, with more than 4 in 10 predicting a deficit in 25-26.

Now on at #TASOCon26: @Millward_Ch, Interim Director for Fair Access and Participation at @officestudents is speaking about how regional collaboration can improve equality of opportunity in HE, following the post-16 white paper. Explore the full agenda and speakers here: taso.org.uk/event/collabor…

We’re requiring the University of Northampton to take action to improve the quality of its computing courses after an assessment found the university had breached three conditions of registration relating to quality. Read the press release: buff.ly/lw6DfI9

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The findings are based on our 2025 survey of final-year undergraduates across the country, and they focus on how students’ reported experiences of sexual misconduct vary depending on who they are and how, where, and what they study.

NEW: We've published an expanded analysis of our research into students' experiences of sexual misconduct in English higher education.

🔒 The NSS 2026 is officially closed! A big thank you to all the students who shared their views in the NSS this year - your feedback will help shape the future of higher education for the benefit of students across the UK. #YourViewsYourNSS #NSS2026

⚠️Final year students: the NSS 2026 closes today. This is your last chance to let us know what you thought about your student experience. Take part now: thestudentsurvey.com #YourViewsYourNSS #NSS2026

⏰The countdown is on: the National Student Survey 2026 ends tomorrow. Don't miss the chance to share your thoughts about your student experience: thestudentsurvey.com #YourViewsYourNSS #NSS2026

The OfS has responded to the judgment in the judicial review between the Office for Students (OfS) and the University of Sussex. Read our statement here: officeforstudents.org.uk/news-blog-and-…

⏳Final-year students: There's only one week left to take the NSS 2026! Don’t wait, your feedback is invaluable. Visit thestudentsurvey.com and share your thoughts. #YourViewsYourNSS #NSS2026

🔥 Last chance to tell us about your higher education experiences. Take the NSS and share your insights to light the way for future students. Let's make it count! #YourViewsYourNSS #NSS2026

NEW: We're consulting on a new approach to consumer and student protection that would help ensure students are treated fairly and get the value for money and higher education experience promised to them by their institutions. Find out more: buff.ly/evdnSZj

🎓Are you graduating this year? We want your feedback on your student experience. Take part in the NSS and help shape the future of higher education. #NSS2026 #YourViewsYourNSS

We have created a resource for student unions and student course representatives on how the National Student Survey should and shouldn't be promoted: bit.ly/4fMDLbs #NSS2026

The 2026 National Student Survey is closing soon. Don’t miss out on your chance to make a difference. Complete the survey here: thestudentsurvey.com #YourViewsYourNSS #NSS2026

What's working? What's not? The NSS is your chance to let your university or college know. Don't miss it! #NSS2026 #YourViewsYourNSS