29th May 2026

College opens up global opportunities for its students through the Turing Scheme, delivering fully funded international work placements.

Through the Government funded scheme, construction learners from across Abingdon & Witney College, including those on apprenticeship and T Level programmes, have enjoyed quality...
31st March 2026

Keble College renews Platinum Membership with B4

Keble College has renewed its Platinum Membership with B4, reaffirming its commitment to supporting and engaging with Oxfordshire’s dynamic business community. As a long-standing...
31st March 2026

Local MP Charlie Maynard visits Abingdon & Witney College’s Witney campus

Abingdon & Witney College welcomed local MP Charlie Maynard to its Witney campus on 27th March, where he met with Principal and Chief Executive...
25th January 2026

The University of Oxford Joins B4

The University of Oxford has recognised B4, one of Oxfordshire’s leading business-to-business networks in B4’s 20th anniversary year by becoming a Platinum Member. The...
7th May 2024

Shaping Modern Education:Cherwell Launch Pioneering Fast-Track A-Level Programme tailored to meet the demands of the 21st Century

Tuesday 7th May: Cherwell College Oxford are shaping modern education, by launching a Pioneering Fast-Track A-Level Programme tailored to meet the demands of the...
29th March 2024

GCSE & A-Level English Literature & English Language with Cherwell College Oxford tutor, Cathy Spiers

The Power of Studying English Literature and English Language in Oxford
19th March 2024

Cherwell College Oxford Art Series: Exploring Artistic Inspiration and Teaching Practices with Graham Coles

Graham Coles, a seasoned artist and dedicated tutor at Cherwell College Oxford, recently engaged in an interview, shedding light on his creative process and...
14th March 2024

Shade-grown coffee demonstrates the benefits of combining agriculture and conservation, an Oxford Brookes University study reveals

Increasing shade cover over coffee plants can increase biodiversity and provide new ways to combine agriculture and conservation, a new study has revealed.
8th March 2024

Navigating the UCAS Application Process for A-Level and GCSE students

The journey to higher education is a significant step in any student’s life, filled with excitement, challenges, and crucial decision making. Recently, Alan Carter,...
1st February 2024

Oxford Brookes University-based company developing a vegan cheese people will want to eat

A challenge for thousands of people choosing to take part in Veganuary (going vegan throughout January) is finding a vegan cheese that’s tasty enough...
29th November 2023

Navigating Financial Sustainability Challenges in Higher Education

At Unipart, we have benefitted higher education institutions with a novel approach which can help tackle financial challenges and develop long-term capability for performance...
17th November 2023

Research, Innovation and Enterprise

Hello and welcome to the second edition of Research, Innovation and Enterprise: Shaping the Future, showcasing more of our colleagues’ work and research.
17th November 2023

Oxford Brookes launches new Defence & Security Research centre

Oxford Brookes University has launched an innovative new research centre focusing on matters of defence and security.
3rd November 2023

Oxford Brookes University partners in new nutrition initiative to  improve prisoners’ health and behaviour

A new partnership spearheaded by Oxford Brookes University, Think Through Nutrition and HM Prison and Probation Service is set to target the link between...
3rd November 2023

Key construction milestone reached for new Oxford Brookes University buildings

Oxford Brookes University is celebrating a milestone in the construction of two brand new, innovative buildings that will offer dynamic teaching, learning and research...
24th October 2023

Oxford Brookes Professor contributes to UK Parliament report on indoor air quality

A professor from Oxford Brookes University has contributed to a new research briefing for the UK Parliament examining how indoor air pollutants affect people’s...
17th October 2023

Research from Oxford Brookes University showcases parkrun’s success in engaging volunteers

The benefits of volunteering at a parkrun have been highlighted by an Oxford Brookes academic as a shining example of a non-profit organisation engaging...
17th October 2023

Abingdon & Witney College launches new Net Zero Skills Hub

Abingdon & Witney College opened their new Net Zero Skills Hub last week, with a launch event at their Abingdon campus. Attended by...
13th October 2023

Oxford Brookes ranked highly for third year in a row in latest Knowledge Exchange Framework results

Oxford Brookes University has once again performed strongly in Research England’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), an annual national-level assessment of how universities benefit the...
2nd October 2023

Delegations from Oxford Brookes University visit Global Teaching Partnerships in China and Kenya

Two delegations of senior representatives from Oxford Brookes University recently travelled to China and Kenya to attend graduation ceremonies at Chengdu University of Technology...
19th September 2023

Oxford Brookes healthcare research centre features in book celebrating 75 years of the NHS

An Oxford Brookes University healthcare research group is featured in a commemorative book that celebrates 75 years of medical breakthroughs and the National Health...
13th September 2023

Wellbeing of Entrepreneurial Teams Questionnaire

There is still time to contribute toward our Wellbeing of Entrepreneurial Teams questionnaire. Well-being is not just about an individual’s life satisfaction, but is...
13th September 2023

Have your say on the challenges to business growth in the UK

They want to be clear on the barriers you are now facing to your future growth and what you believe could make a real...
13th September 2023

Work with our students

Have a project that could benefit from student resources? There are numerous opportunities at the Business School to work with our students and tutors...
13th September 2023

Increase leadership capacity & gain your own dedicated advice board: Join our Scale Up Network

Being a leader can be a lonely business, with dilemmas and challenges that need some fresh insight. Now in its fourth year, our Scale...
13th September 2023

Leader as Coach

As a business, do you know the benefit of your leaders developing coaching skills? We’d be delighted to speak to you about our upcoming...
11th September 2023

Oxford Brookes University announces six inspiring Honorary Graduates for September 2023

Six honorary graduates are set to receive their degrees at ceremonies at Oxford Brookes University this week (4-9 September 2023).
1st July 2023

New cohort of business leaders and entrepreneurs bring their expert experience to Oxford Brookes University

Experts from a range of companies and organisations will be sharing their top tips and experience with students at Oxford Brookes Business School.
19th June 2023

Former Vice-Chancellor lays foundation stone to mark redevelopment of Oxford Brookes University student accommodation.

Former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford Brookes University Professor Sir Clive Booth has laid a foundation stone to mark the redevelopment of the Clive Booth Student...
15th June 2023

Oxford Brookes Racing aiming for eighth Formula Student UK title

Oxford Brookes Racing have unveiled their all-new Formula Student racing car for the 2023 season in a bid to secure a record eighth UK...
25th May 2023

Oxford Brookes students pitch business ideas in Dragons’ Den-style events

Students from Oxford Brookes Business School demonstrated their entrepreneurial prowess by pitching their ideas for business ventures at an event inspired by the TV...
27th March 2023

Success for Oxford Brookes School of Law in prestigious competitions

Oxford Brookes University School of Law triumphed in two prestigious competitions in the space of a week, with two of its alumni winning an...
23rd March 2023

Oxford Brookes music lecturer researches the music used to depict characters in video games

The music used in the popular video game The Lord of The Rings Online to represent good and evil characters raises moral and ethical...
7th March 2023

Oxford Brookes University contributes to British Standards Institute guide on menopause in the workplace

A new guide to menstruation and menopause in the workplace has been developed by the British Standards Institute (BSI) with the help of academics...
7th March 2023

Oxford Brookes University PhD student to present his research in Parliament

An Oxford Brookes University PhD student is due to attend Parliament today to present his research on how high-intensity physical activity can improve the...
3rd March 2023

Sixth-formers learn about literature with Books@Brookes initiative

Teenagers attending secondary schools in Oxfordshire are becoming passionate about English literature thanks to a new scheme run by Oxford Brookes University.
8th February 2023

Oxford Brookes students enhance financial trading skills with new virtual trading floor

Students at Oxford Brookes University can gain experience of trading on the financial markets by making mock transactions, thanks to a newly installed computer...
27th January 2023

Oxford Brookes helping to train the next generation of football coaches to support local community

Oxford Brookes University is helping to inspire the next generation of football coaches by offering a coaching workshop at a youth volunteering event.
17th January 2023

New research study launched by Oxford Brookes University to examine food wastage and ways to reduce it in Oxford

A new research survey led by Oxford Brookes University aims to find ways of tackling food waste in the hospitality industry.
9th January 2023

Activate Learning’s Oxfordshire Colleges Awarded Good Rating at Latest Ofsted Inspection

Activate Learning is proud to announce its City of Oxford and Banbury and Bicester Colleges have been given an overall assessment of Good with...
3rd January 2023

Scholarship announced to support care leavers and estranged students at Oxford Brookes University

A new accommodation scholarship is to pilot at Oxford Brookes University for care leavers or those who are estranged from their families.
3rd January 2023

Champion of small business and Oxford Brookes University Professor awarded OBE in New Year Honours

An Oxford Brookes University professor who has worked closely with government and policymakers to drive innovation and enterprise in the UK has been recognised...
28th November 2022

Oxford Brookes University offers fully funded training and support for local business leaders

Oxford Brookes University is offering local business leaders the chance to access a fully funded course that will help them grow their companies.
29th October 2022

Oxford Brookes lecturer wins award after helping vulnerable court users during the Covid-19 pandemic

An Oxford Brookes University lecturer has won an award for her work to support vulnerable court users during the Covid-19 pandemic.
21st October 2022

Oxford Brookes University rises four places in The Guardian University Guide 2023 rankings

Oxford Brookes University has climbed 4 places in the latest Guardian University Guide. The University is now ranked 42nd out of 121 UK institutions.
17th October 2022

Europa’s 10th Anniversary Ball – Raising Money for a Design Lab

Please join Europa parents and staff at their birthday celebrations at the Crazy Bear, Stadhampton.  A night of glamour and entertainment all to raise...
17th October 2022

New Strategic Development Fund will see greater FE collaboration to deliver key skills 

Activate Learning is delighted to announce it has been selected as the lead college to deliver a range of education programmes to improve and...
14th October 2022

The Learning Philosophy in Action

Cheri Ashby, Deputy Chief Executive, at Activate Learning, focuses on our Learning Philosophy in Action.
14th October 2022

Attributes for Success

There are lots of things that we can all do to make our days more productive and get the most out of our learning.
13th October 2022

Merrist Wood plays host to a well attended civic evening event

Merrist Wood College welcomed HM Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey, Michael More-Molyneux, Lady Elizabeth Toulson CBE DL and Mr Giles Verity DL as part of a...
13th October 2022

Merrist Wood College benefits from huge timber donation by local business

When local building supplies company, Chandlers Building Supplies, reached out to Merrist Wood College to offer them a substantial amount of timber that they...
12th October 2022

Igniting student motivation: The importance of employers

So many of us who work in further education talk about the importance of employers in supporting students’ learning. Sometimes we talk about this...
26th September 2022

How do we educate business school students of the future?

Last month, our B4 podcast ‘The Sharp End’ saw Frank Nigriello, B4 Chairman and Group Director of Corporate Affairs, Unipart Group, conduct an in-depth...
26th September 2022

FANTASTIC COURSES AVAILABLE FROM ELS WITH 12.5% OFF!

At ELS we’re a Vocational Education Training (VET) provider, providing accredited training and education for a number of national and international accreditation organisations including...
26th September 2022

Ukrainian Culture Weeks

The Ukrainian Culture Weeks will open hearts, arms, galleries and stages for the celebration of classical music, authentic visual performances and exhibitions, as well as talks...
15th July 2022

Oxford Brookes University students are the first apprentices in the UK to qualify as Chartered Architects

A pair of Oxford Brookes University graduates have become the first two students in the country to qualify as Chartered Architects by completing a...
15th July 2022

Oxford Brookes University mooting team win prestigious national mooting competition

Two Oxford Brookes University students studying for the Graduate Diploma in Law won a highly prestigious, national mooting competition earlier this week.
12th July 2022

State school achieves stellar results at inaugural IB Diploma Exams

Europa School UK students and staff were celebrating together following the release of their first ever set of International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma results that...
14th June 2022

Oxford Brookes University ranked amongst top 50 UK Universities by 2023 Complete University Guide

Oxford Brookes University has risen six places to 45th in the 2023 Complete University Guide rankings, published today (14 June 2022).
26th May 2022

Oxford Brookes lecturer wins award for dedication to helping new poets showcase their work

An Oxford Brookes University lecturer has been presented with an award in recognition of his commitment and dedication to promoting poetry within and beyond...
20th May 2022

Honorary graduates receive degrees at Oxford Brookes University

Nine inspirational honorary graduates will join Oxford Brookes University students in receiving degrees at graduation ceremonies this month (19-28 May 2022).
14th April 2022

Oxford Brookes lecturer contributes to major new BBC arts series

An Oxford Brookes academic is playing a key role in a major documentary series on BBC this spring.
11th April 2022

Oxford Brookes ranked amongst the world’s top universities for 16 subjects in 2022 global rankings

Oxford Brookes University has been named as one of the world’s top universities in 16 subjects in the latest QS World University Rankings.
30th March 2022

A huge thank you to outstanding placement providers

Oxford Brookes University Health and Life Sciences students have said a huge “thank you” to local placement providers for giving them outstanding learning experiences...
11th March 2022

Oxford Brookes celebrates Global MBA ranking

The Oxford Brookes Global MBA programme has been ranked 15th in the world in this year’s QS Online MBA Rankings, and moves up one...
25th February 2022

Government plans to change university access threatens future economy, says NCUB

The Government has proposed a series of changes to university access and funding that will prevent employers from accessing the talent they need in...
14th February 2022

Future Thinkers campaign kicks off at Oxford Brookes University

Showcase throughout February highlights range of research projects which are having an impact around the world.
20th January 2022

Activate Learning excited to offer new T Level qualifications

City of Oxford College, part of the Activate Learning group, is pleased to announce that it will be offering a new T Level qualifications...
13th January 2022

The Repair Shop’s Jay Blades gives inspiring talk to furniture students at Rycotewood

Activate Learning was excited to welcome Jay Blades MBE, furniture restorer and star of The Repair Shop, to its Rycotewood Furniture Centre at City...
6th January 2022

Running a Careers Department in a Pandemic

I was lucky enough to have a covid free Christmas in our household which meant slightly less running around after everyone and gave me...
3rd December 2021

University and business collaborations fell by a third in early days of the pandemic, NCUB’s new analysis shows

In just one year, there was a 39% fall in the number of SME interactions and a 2% fall in the number of interactions...
12th November 2021

Discover your future at City of Oxford College’s Autumn Open Event

If you are considering your options for next year, now is the time to explore the opportunities available at your local college!
4th October 2021

Multilingual Classroom Campaign

Europa School UK is growing and we need to accommodate our multilingual students in new classrooms as we are running out of space. The...
14th June 2021

First Intuition Launches Free Resources to Address Skills Gaps and Help Young Adults into Jobs

First Intuition, the award-winning accountancy training provider, has launched a new package of resources aimed at young people looking for work and entering the...
4th February 2021

Here east launches new scholarship programme in partnership with world-leading universities

Staffordshire University London and LMA to join with Here East to deliver the programme. The scholarship programme will provide full undergraduate tuition and supporting...
7th November 2019

Oxfordshire conference invites local employers to dispel disability myths and become disability confident

Oxfordshire businesses are invited to dispel myths and reduce the stigma around employing disabled people at a local conference in East Oxford.
26th April 2019

University of Oxford’s Said Business School gifted £15m by Wafic Said for new world-class executive education centre

Saïd Business School’s naming founder, Wafic Saïd, today signed a Deed of Gift for £15M to support the redevelopment of Oxford’s Osney Power Station...