News from 2024

Oxford Brookes University news from 2024

20 September 2024

Oxford Brookes celebrates fourth consecutive high ranking in 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 economy and society.

Oxford Brookes University campus

12 September 2024

Oxford Brookes ranked 38th in the Guardian University Guide 2025

Oxford Brookes University has risen 13 places in the annual Guardian University Guide, from 51st to 38th place.

The Guardian University Guide image with pink buildings and people

03 September 2024

Frankie Allen celebrates a Golden debut at the Paralympic Games

Oxford Brookes University rower Frankie Allen won a Gold medal on day four of the Paralympic Games, marking a sensational 14-year unbeaten streak for the Great Britain PR3 Mixed coxed four crew.

The PR3 Mixed Coxed four crew with their gold medals.

22 August 2024

New guide from Oxford Brookes' Edible Streets empowers communities to grow their own food

A comprehensive ‘how to’ guide developed at Oxford Brookes University is helping communities transform their local areas into thriving community gardens.

People gardening in a street

14 August 2024

Oxford Brookes University ready to guide students through 2024 Clearing process

Oxford Brookes University is ready for another busy Clearing period this year, aiming to offer prospective students the best opportunities to start their higher education journey.

Students at Oxford Brookes University

12 August 2024

Olympics 2024: Legacy, lessons learned, and challenges for Los Angeles 2028

As the curtain closes on the Paris Olympic Games, the event leaves behind a legacy rich in sporting memories.

Dr Stuart Whigham from Oxford Brookes University

08 August 2024

Oxford Brookes Professor awarded prestigious National Teaching Fellowship award

Professor Mary Davis from Oxford Brookes University has been awarded a National Teaching Fellowship award for her pioneering and inclusive approach to academic integrity.

Professor Mary David

05 August 2024

Gold and Bronze medals for talented Boat Club members at Paris Olympic Games

Athletes from Oxford Brookes University Boat Club (OBUBC) powered to thrilling Gold and Bronze medals in two rowing events at the Paris Olympic Games.

Team GB Men's Eights celebrate their victory

29 July 2024

Oxford Brookes Racing Autonomous excel with second place finish at Formula Student UK

A self-driving car programmed by talented students steered an Oxford Brookes Racing team to a second placed finish at the annual Formula Student UK competition at Silverstone race track.

OBR Autonomous team with the self-driving car on the track at Silverstone.

25 July 2024

Olympics 2024: How athletes are preparing for the heat of Paris

With only days to go until the opening of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, we feature our next expert insight from an Oxford Brookes University academic.

Mark Hines in the Ultra Gobi desert race.