News

Driving research forward from the ‘electric vehicle capital of Europe’

When Transport Minister Norman Baker unveiled a new network of charging points throughout Oxfordshire earlier this month, it was the latest major electric vehicle development to involve Brookes.

Nilai University College and Oxford Brookes University

Oxford Brookes University has provided Nilai University College with notice that the current franchise agreement will not be renewed when it expires at the end of 2013.

Brookes Occupy

The Vice-Chancellor and senior University staff had a positive meeting yesterday with students currently protesting at its Gipsy Lane site.

Oxford becomes electric vehicle capital of Europe – with help from Brookes

Transport Minister Norman Baker today unveiled a new network of charging points for electric cars throughout Oxfordshire.

£1.5m awarded to help strengthen families

Oxford Brookes University’s Strengthening Families Programme 10-14 UK (SFP10-14 (UK)) has received significant investment to help prevent young people in the UK becoming involved in criminal activity and anti-social behaviour.

‘Ambitious and assiduous’ art showcase returns

Oxford Brookes’ Fine Art Degree Show opens its doors to the public this week (Saturday 12 May – Saturday 19 May)

Royal Society artist pays tribute to University's founding spirit

As Oxford Brookes reaches its landmark 20th year as a University, a former student who studied at the institution’s School of Art in the 1950s will provide the centrepiece for celebrations.

Increasing understanding of wildlife and human conflicts

A study from two Oxford Brookes researchers has highlighted the difficulties in wild animals living alongside human populations.

Brookes celebrates Universities Week 2012

The third annual Universities Week campaign - aimed to increase awareness of the varied role of the UK’s universities - takes place from April 30 to May 7 this year.

Oxford submits its bid for World Book Capital – with Brookes as a partner

Angus Philips, Director of the Oxford International Centre for Publishing at Oxford Brookes, handed out free books at Oxford train station as the city launched its official bid to become World Book Capital in 2014.

Business Boffins founder recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours

Oxfordshire-based businessman, Professor Russell Smith, has been awarded the coveted Queen’s Award for Enterprise Promotion. Professor Smith has been recognised for the establishment of his pioneering educational organisation, Business Boffins, which was developed in partnership with Oxford Brookes University’s Business School between 1999 and 2003.

Amazing Acts: Brookes set for week-long residency at Pegasus

Drama, science, music, film and creative writing are coming together in a week-long showcase of ‘Amazing Acts’ when Oxford Brookes takes over Oxford theatre Pegasus.

What makes your walk unique?

Oxford Brookes is holding a three month residency at London’s Science Museum from Monday (16 April – 13 July 2012) at which thousands of people will have the chance to take part in ground-breaking research into how we walk.

Study reveals chimpanzees have a taste for crops

A new study by Great Ape researchers Dr Kimberley Hockings and Dr Matthew McLennan from Oxford Brookes University has found that wild chimpanzees eat a surprising diversity of agricultural crops - 36 different crop species.

Key BBC figures mark 20th anniversary of course

This year Oxford Brookes is celebrating the twentieth anniversary of its Master’s degree course in Development and Emergency Practice (DEP).

West Midland cities lead the carbon race in the UK

Coventry, Wolverhampton and Stoke-on-Trent are the leading cities in the UK when it comes to reducing their overall greenhouse gas emissions, according to a report commissioned by RICS from Oxford Brookes University.

Student mobile app competition launches

A competition is now running to encourage students to submit ideas for innovative new mobile apps. The best suggestions will be developed into apps which students can download. Students entering the best app ideas will also have an opportunity to win a new iPad.

World renowned primatologist mounts campaign to save the slow loris

After starring in a BBC documentary exposing the plight of the slow loris in Indonesia, a leading primatologist has mounted a campaign to end the trade in this endangered primate.

Study reveals why our ancestors started walking on two limbs

Our earliest ancestors may have started walking on two limbs instead of four in a bid to monopolise resources and to carry as much food as possible in one go, researchers have found.

Sport Relief 2012 at Brookes

Oxford Brookes University is hosting a Sport Relief mile. Our 1, 3 or 6 mile courses have something to suit all abilities. Families and joggers with pushchairs are welcome! You can walk, jog or run the event.

Science Bazaar returns to Brookes for Oxfordshire Science Festival

The hands-on event provides a whole day of free fun for families and returns to Oxford Brookes’ Gipsy Lane campus on Saturday (17 March, 11am-4pm).

Daily Telegraph interviews Olympic hopefuls from Oxford Brookes

Brothers Richard and Peter Chambers talk about their intense training regime and forthcoming selection trials for London 2012.

Alumna and star of The Apprentice inspires Oxford students

On Wednesday 7 March 2012, Oxford Brookes helped to organise a visit to Oxford Spires Academy from Melody Hossaini. Melody is an alumna of Oxford Brookes where she studied Law and graduated in 2006. Melody shot to national prominence is 2011 when she appeared on The Apprentice.

Scientist to present work at House of Commons

A scientist from Oxford Brookes University will present his work to MPs, industry leads and fellow researchers at the House of Commons next week (Monday 12 March 2012).

Brookes talks to the NME about what makes a great chorus

Music publication the New Musical Express (NME) recently ran a feature on the 50 most explosive choruses ever. They have now followed this up with an article focused on why particular songs are able to get people on their feet and lighters in the air.

Brookes supports Fairtrade Fortnight 2012

Each year, the Fairtrade Foundation runs a campaign to raise awareness of its work. Oxford Brookes is supporting Fairtrade Fortnight and this year’s theme, Take a Step Towards Fairtrade, which will be running until Sunday 11 March.

Human Rights Film Festival returns to Oxford

The Human Rights Film Festival got off to a flying start as it celebrates its 10th anniversary this week (Monday 27 February – Friday 2 March).

Brookes hosts discussions on humanitarian aid leadership

Oxford Brookes’ Vice-Chancellor Professor Janet Beer hosted a meeting with senior executives within the UK humanitarian aid sector yesterday, to gain their views on what leadership development is required in the sector.

Brookes secures stars for Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival

Writers, food experts and cultural commentators are taking part in a series of high-profile events organised by Oxford Brookes University as part of this year’s Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival.

Guardian article from award winning scientist

Dr Anne Osterrieder, who was recently awarded the Society for Experimental Biology’s (SEB) prestigious President’s Medal in recognition for her work in increasing public understanding of biology, has authored an article for the Guardian.

Business School MBA ranked among top 10 in UK

The MBA course taught at Oxford Brookes University’s Business School has been ranked 10th in the UK.

Lights, Camera, Action on Human Rights

The Human Rights Film Festival returns to Oxford for its 10th anniversary this month (Mon 27 Feb – Fri 2 March) with an inspiring and thought-provoking collection of films from across the world.

Inspiring student volunteering in Oxford

Hundreds of students, volunteers and university staff from across the UK will converge on Oxford Brookes this week (Fri 10 – Sat 11 Feb 2012) for the IMPACT 2012 conference.

Historian advises Parliament of Ireland on blasphemy law

Professor David Nash of the Department of History has briefed members of the Irish government on the country’s blasphemy laws.

Watch Prof Janet Beer's Channel 4 interview on admissions

Oxford Brookes' Vice-Chancellor Professor Janet Beer was interviewed by Channel 4 News last night (Wed 30 Jan, 2012) to discuss university admissions.

Applications hold up in tough climate

Applications to Oxford Brookes University for September 2012 entry are up on last year.

Join the debate on UK media post-hacking

One of the nation’s leading newsreaders from the past decade will be sparking debate at Oxford Brookes this month on the media landscape following recent hacking revelations.

Progress for proposed Swindon University Technical College

A new University Technical College (UTC) proposed for Swindon took one step closer to becoming reality this month.

Brookes backs sustainable vehicle street race

Oxford Brookes University and Oxford University will help determine the criteria to measure the sustainability of the vehicles for the race planned for 2013.

Protecting the world's only poisonous primate

In a captivating and emotional hour-long BBC2 documentary airing next week (8pm, Wednesday 25 January), Oxford Brookes’ Dr Anna Nekaris explains why this fascinating species faces a threat to its very existence due to the illegal pet-trade.

International award for bringing biology to wider audience

Oxford Brookes’ Dr Anne Osterrieder has been awarded the Society for Experimental Biology’s (SEB) prestigious President’s Medal in recognition for her work in increasing public understanding of biology.

Four awards, two prestigious posts for Knowledge Transfer Associates

Four Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) associates from Brookes have won national acclaim and awards.

Preventing drug use - what works?

A paper, co-authored by Oxford Brookes Professor Dr David Foxcroft, on evidence for effective drug interventions has today been published by The Lancet.

Professor Diana Woodhouse awarded OBE in New Year’s Honours

Professor Diana Woodhouse, formerly Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research and Knowledge Transfer at Oxford Brookes, has been awarded an OBE for services to Legal Scholarship and Higher Education in the New Year’s Honours list.

Oxford Brookes wins Good Farm Animal Welfare Award

Oxford Brookes University has won a Good Dairy Award from leading farm animal welfare charity, Compassion in World Farming, for the sourcing of the food provided by Chartwells’ catering team. Last year over 31,000 litres of organic milk were purchased for Oxford Brookes, improving the lives of 120 dairy cows as a result.

£1m grant awarded for the effects of alcohol education on children

Alcohol misuse by young people in the UK is amongst the highest in Europe. Despite some signs that overall levels are falling, the amount of alcohol consumed by those who drink remains high.

Student Community Wardens appointed

Six Student Community Wardens have been appointed to build and strengthen positive relationships between students and the wider community.

Independent article on economic policy

Dr Glen O'Hara, Reader in the History of Public Policy, for Oxford Brookes University has written for The Independent on economic policy.

Visions of the future: three Oxford Brookes architecture students receive prizes from the RIBA

Last night three students at Oxford Brookes University’s School of Architecture were among the architects and students who received awards and prizes at the Royal Institute of British Architects South/South East Awards Presentation 2011.

Oxford Brookes to travel to Malawi to make ‘One Difference’

Staff and students from Oxford Brookes will travel to Malawi next week (21 - 26 November 2011) for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to improve the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people.

Oxford Brookes joins national day to fight confusion over tuition fees

Oxford Brookes is providing an innovative and interactive online opportunity for students to learn more about changes to university fees on Monday 14 November.

Architecture students design fantastical furniture

Story-telling chairs have been designed by architecture students for a museum that looks set to become one of Oxford’s leading attractions.

Universities continue outreach with local schools

Oxford Brookes, the University of Oxford and Bucks New University have joined forces to continue to raise aspirations and educational attainment among young people from groups currently under-represented in English universities.

Students invited to get on board the BrookesBus to learn about student finance

Oxford Brookes will be supporting National Student Finance Day (Monday 14 November 2011) this month to raise awareness of changes to university fees from 2012.

Age UK Oxfordshire sets up shop at Oxford Brookes University

Age UK Oxfordshire has opened a charity shop at Oxford Brookes and is now looking for donations of household items, clothes, knick-knacks and books.

Bamboo bike project team interviewed by the BBC

Dr James Broughton tells the BBC why he decided to make a bike out of bamboo.

Brookes students and staff in Oxford's first half-marathon

A team of Oxford Brookes students and staff are getting their running shoes on for Oxford's first half marathon.

The Small Change Forum - Can art remake the world?

An innovative one day arts conference hosted by Oxford Brookes University’s Centre for Development and Emergency Practice (CENDEP), in partnership with community arts organisation Multistory, is to be held next month (Friday 7 October).

Bamboo Frame Mountain Bike Launched

A partnership between Oxford Brookes University and UK based RAW Bamboo Bikes has seen the launch of a mountain bike frame built from bamboo tubing.

Oxford Brookes campuses feature twice in the UK's Top Ten favourite parks

Two of Oxford Brookes University's campuses have today been voted into the top ten of the country's most cherished green spaces in the annual People's Choice Award public poll.

Restaurateurs and Brookes commit to make Oxfordshire a leading dining destination

On Tuesday 27 September, leading chefs Ken Hom and Raymond Blanc will host the launch of Oxford Gastronomica Seen in association with Oxford Brookes. This will see a collective of restaurateurs from across the county who are committed to making Oxfordshire one of the UK’s leading dining destinations.

Blackwell and Brookes welcome award-winning writer/producer for Creative Writing Lecture 2011 - images now available

Oxford Brookes University and Blackwell will be hosting the annual Creative Writing Lecture on Thursday 22 September 2011 (6pm to 7pm).

Artist Richard Hamilton remembered by Head of the School of Arts Alison Honour

Last week, we received the sad news that influential artist Richard Hamilton had died at the age of 89. Alison Honour, Head of the School of Arts at Oxford Brookes, had the following words in remembrance.

Video message from Viviane Reding and images from the Women and Leadership conference

Vivian Reding, Vice-President of the European Commission, has recorded a special message for Oxford Brookes University’s Women and Leadership – Closing the Gender Gap conference (13-14 September).

BBC focus on Brookes' Good Behaviour Game pilot

The BBC has produced a report on a new classroom game which aims to promote good behaviour and is being piloted in Oxfordshire primary schools with the help of Oxford Brookes.

Oxford Brookes Women and Leadership conference Guardian article

Ahead of Oxford Brookes’ two day conference entitled Women and Leadership - Closing the Gender Gap, Vice-Chancellor Janet Beer has authored a Guardian article with Elizabeth Coffey, Managing Director of Spark Leadership.

Oxford Brookes to host 4th annual Ken Hom Lecture

Award winning journalist, and presenter of BBC Radio 4’s Food Programme, Sheila Dillon will deliver the fourth annual Ken Hom Lecture this month (28 September 2011).

Women and Leadership conference to tackle issues around closing the gender gap

A two day conference entitled Women and Leadership - Closing the Gender Gap will this month discuss strategies to increase the representation of women in senior posts in the UK and abroad.

First course on shelter after disaster launched by Brookes

The first UK, university-accredited course in Shelter After Disaster is to be introduced by Oxford Brookes University in January 2012. This new Postgraduate Certificate is in response to demand for trained practitioners, and a lack of formal training, in the field of emergency shelter.

Four-year-olds distinguish knowledgeable from accurate informants

As they grow, children learn a lot about the world from what other people tell them. Along the way, they have to figure out who is a reliable source of information.

Enterprise Zone welcomed by Oxford Brookes

Thousands of new jobs are heading for Oxfordshire's Science Vale area after the Government named it among a handful of Enterprise Zones across the UK.

Oxford Brookes Clearing Information 2011

Information on clearing 2011 for Oxford Brookes University.

Introducing the Key Information Sets: Janet Beer writes for the Guardian

Key Information Sets about courses will have to be published on all Higher Education Institutions websites.

Bamboo mountain bike tested in Alpine race

Two Brookes academics put innovative mountain bikes with bamboo frames through their toughest test yet by riding 400 miles across the Alps.

Oxford Brookes recognised as building the future of the property industry

A key industry survey has shown Oxford Brookes to be a leading university in producing graduates working within the property industry.

New Postgraduate Certificate in Humanitarian Action

A new Postgraduate Certificate in Humanitarian Action and Conflict, the first of its kind in this field, is being introduced by Oxford Brookes University this September.

New City Poet for Oxford

Oxford City Council has appointed its first City Poet – Kate Clanchy.

Brookes Chancellor and director of Liberty to assist phone hacking inquiry

The Prime Minister has announced that Shami Chakrabarti will be one of the panel members assisting Lord Justice Leveson on the official judicial inquiry into phone hacking.

Rowers pipped by Harvard crew

Oxford Brookes rowers narrowly lost out to Harvard in the final of a Henley Royal Regatta race to crown the strongest student team in the world.

Oxford School of Hospitality Management launches at The Savoy

Oxford Brookes’ Department of Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Management has re-launched as the Oxford School of Hospitality Management at an event at The Savoy hotel in London.

Information for students at heart of Government White Paper

Proposals, led by Brookes’ Vice-Chancellor Professor Janet Beer, to improve the quality and access of information for students, were endorsed in a Government Higher Education White Paper today.

Oxford Brookes and Oxford United Football Club join sides to test fitness levels

Oxford Brookes and Oxford United Football Club join sides to test fitness levels

Oxford Brookes receives good news in The Times Good University Guide 2012

Oxford Brookes University’s commitment to excellent teaching and providing a great student experience has been recognised by The Times as part the Good University Guide 2012 published today (23 June 2011).

Oxford Brookes University awards its honorary graduates as part of graduation celebrations

Oxford Brookes University has acknowledged the achievements of key individuals by awarding honorary degrees during its graduation ceremonies this week (21-24 June 2011).

African charity opportunity awarded in Oxford Brookes kitchen garden competition

Anne-Marie Owens, the Head Gardner for Raymond Blanc's Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons hotel and restaurant, yesterday (Tuesday 21 June) chose a winner in the Best Brookes Vegetable Plot competition as part of the university’s successful kitchen garden scheme.

CBE Award for Chair of Governors

Joanna Simons, the University’s Chair of Governors has been awarded a CBE for her services to local government in the recent Birthday Honours List.

Nick Cohen joins MA Creative Writing at Brookes

Journalist, political commentator and best-selling author Nick Cohen is the latest addition to the group of Creative Writing Fellows who help to teach and inspire students on the MA in Creative Writing at Oxford Brookes University.

Annual Fine Art Degree Show continues its success

The public, students and staff flocked to the Fine Art Degree Show to see inspiring works created by third year Fine Art students.

Oxford Brookes film team at Cannes Film Festival

Excavations challenge views on pre-historic society

A team of British archaeologists, including Dr Sam Smith of Oxford Brookes University, has made important discoveries about some of the earliest buildings created by man.

Brookes lecturer wins BBC Mastermind 2011 title

Dr Ian Bayley, Senior Lecturer in Computing at Oxford Brookes won the BBC Mastermind 2011 title recently. Dr Bayley is no stranger to national Quiz titles having won BBC Radio 4’s Brain of Britain competition in 2010.

Exciting new arts courses for the public

The School of Art at Oxford Brookes has announced an extensive programme of arts short courses.

Oxford Brookes University and architectural practice Architype win award

Oxford Brookes University and architectural practice Architype have won the 2011 'Cut the Carbon' Building magazine award.

Brookes puts student investment at heart of finance decision

Oxford Brookes University today committed itself to providing an exceptional student experience and expanding routes into higher education, announcing it intends to charge £9,000 from September 2012.

The Ethometric Museum - open for viewing for the first time

Sound artist Ray Lee has created a fascinating installation which can be seen for the first time at the Museum of the History of Science in Broad Street, Oxford.

Oxford Gastronomica at the Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival

Oxford Gastronomica, the Centre for Food, Drink and Culture at Oxford Brookes is mounting a series of events as part of the Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival.

Autism research - helping to forge real-life friendships through Facebook

Thirty people with autism from around Europe who have been chatting online since September 2009 are to meet up at Oxford Brookes at the Autism Connections Europe (ACE) international meeting starting on April 7.

Creative writing fellows talk 'voice' at Oxford Literary Festival

Fellows from Oxford Brookes' MA Creative Writing course, including Philip Pullman, will be hosting an event at the Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival.

Plant research could point way to food security

Scientists in the UK and USA, including a team from Oxford Brookes University, have been awarded £6.1 million to improve the process of photosynthesis.

Academic warns videos of cute animals promote illegal trade

A team from Oxford Brookes University are warning that online videos of cute animals promote illegal trade in them as pets.

Spiritual founder of Oxford Brookes honoured with blue plaque

An Oxfordshire Blue Plaque has been awarded to John Henry Brookes – the artist, craftsman and inspirational educator after whom Oxford Brookes University is named.

Tragedy in Japan: a message from our Vice-Chancellor, Professor Janet Beer

Joan Brookes passes away aged 90

Miss Joan Brookes, the daughter of John Henry Brookes after whom the university is named, died on Saturday 12 March 2011 at the age of 90.

Lessons from Haiti

A report written by a team led by Professor David Sanderson warns the world should expect three to five big urban disasters within the next decade.

Three Brookes academics gain New Investigator Awards

Three Brookes academics have succeeded in gaining highly competitive new investigator grants from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)

Primate Conservation staff edit new research journal

Staff and students of the MSc in Primate Conservation have made a significant contribution to the endangered species research journal Primate Conservation: Measuring and mitigating trade in primates.

CENDEP hosts ninth annual Human Rights Film Festival

The Human Rights Film Festival is running in venues across Oxford until 11 March.

New findings reveal modern humans left Africa much earlier than previously thought

An international team of scientists – including Professor Adrian Parker from Oxford Brookes University – have revealed that humans left Africa at least 50,000 years earlier than previously suggested and were, in fact, present in eastern Arabia as early as 125,000 years ago.

Oxford Brookes wins again in University Challenge

Oxford Brookes University defeated Christ’s College Cambridge 185-160 in an exciting quarter final of the popular TV quiz show University Challenge.

Art student gives voice to Oxford's homeless community

Art student Kim Seymour has given a voice to the city’s homeless community through a diary project recording their day-to-day lives.

Football Club to host festive event

Oxford Brookes University Football Club are helping to host a festive charity evening event for the local community

Successful Student Community Project Nears Completion

Architecture student Andy Edwards is in the final stages of creating a composting toilet for the Pullens Lane allotments community group.

Westminster Sports Centre refurbishes fitness suite

Westminster Sports Centre gym has re-opened following a £38,000 revamp.

Human rights in modern Britain

Shami Chakrabarti, Oxford Brookes' Chancellor and Director of Liberty, discussed human rights with a panel of law students during the annual Chancellor's Lecture at the university.

Award-winning Oxford Brookes professor hosts UK's 1st international functional food conference

Nutrition experts meet in Oxford this week for the UK’s first-ever international functional food conference – hosted by Professor Jeya Henry.

Low-carbon building expert wins major research grant

Low-carbon building and climate change expert, Dr Rajat Gupta, has been awarded £1.14 million from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) to carry out research into low carbon communities.

Free schools under the spotlight in next Oxford Education Debate

Free schools will be under the spotlight in the fourth Oxford Education Debate of the series

Brookes gains place in University Challenge quarter finals

Brookes students are through to the quarter finals of University Challenge, following a decisive second round win this week against University Of the Arts London.

'Green fingered' students get digging in new campus kitchen garden

A group of ‘green fingered’ students have begun planting a new campus kitchen garden as part of a scheme to enable them to grow their own seasonal fruit and veg.

IPC develops new website for Welsh Assembly

A new forecasting website for the Welsh Assembly Government developed by the Institute of Public Care (IPC) has gone live.

Gold for Brookes alumnus at rowing World Championships

Richard Chambers clinched a gold medal at the rowing World Championships in New Zealand.

Protecting the spider monkeys of Panama

Primate Conservation MSc graduate Pedro Mendez-Carvajal discusses the project he has been leading since leaving Oxford Brookes.

First Gaza Scholarship student joins Oxford Brookes

A student from Gaza has begun a master's degree at Oxford Brookes thanks to a new scholarship scheme set up by philanthropists associated with the university.

Exploring the roots of CSI

Medical Historian Dr Cassie Watson has published her latest book which traces the development of forensic medicine over the past 800 years – the field made famous by US TV series Crime Scene Investigation.

John Payne opens the new building named in his honour

The new John Payne building, which marks the first stage of Brookes redevelopment plan, was opened recently by the man after whom it has been named.

Brookes student wins at triathlon World Championships

Thomas Perchard, a sixth year Architecture student, won his category at the 2010 Sprint Triathlon World Championships in Budapest.

Historian launches new book at National Maritime Museum

Historian Dr Glen O'Hara launched his latest book during a talk at the National Maritime Museum.

Pulitzer prize-winner enchants Brookes

Marilynne Robinson, one of the world's greatest living writers, spoke about her craft at Oxford Brookes.

Police Community Support Officers on patrol at Brookes

Brookes is fully funding two Police Community Support Officers (PCSO’s) to work with students on issues such as personal safety and to encourage good community relations.

Extra BROOKESbus service now running

An extension to the BROOKESbus route has been launched to provide a quicker service to Wheatley Campus.

Brookes student among UK's top 10 science graduates

Oxford Brookes graduate Gisela Schilling, has been named one of the top 10 science graduates in the country in a nationwide award scheme.

Brookes named best modern university for tenth year

Sunday Times University Guide rates Brookes as best modern university for tenth year in a row.

Cherie Blair delivers Annual Ken Hom Lecture

Cherie Blair delivered a talk on social entrepreneurship to a packed audience at Oxford Brookes.

Brookes cricketers signed by Gloucestershire

Ed Young & Richard Coughtrie (Oxford MCCU/Brookes) both signed by Gloucestershire

Oxford World Book Capital bid

Brookes is among the partners backing a bid for Oxford to become UNESCO World Book Capital in 2014.

Adapting cities for climate change

The Oxford Institute of Sustainable Development (OISD) is helping us understand what kinds of conditions cities will face in 2050.

Cherie Blair to speak at Oxford Brookes

Cherie Blair is visiting Oxford Brookes University to give a talk on the value of social entrepreneurship in developing nations.

Double gold for Brookes rowers

Brookes’ rowers brought home gold from two international competitions this summer.

GCSE records tumble at the Oxford Academy

The Oxford Academy has achieved another year of record-breaking GCSE results.

Report from Brookes shows 'big society' at work

A new report by the Institute for Public Care (IPC) at Oxford Brookes University says voluntary groups could take over more of the work of the public sector as part of Prime Minister David Cameron’s big society.

New study reveals shortage of skilled staff across Oxfordshire

More than one in five employers in Oxfordshire are experiencing skills gaps in their workforce according to the largest survey of business in the region since the onset of recession.

Teaching at Brookes recognised in national awards

Two Brookes academics have received National Teaching Fellowships in the Higher Education Academy's (HEA) annual awards.

Sickle Cell research to be led by Brookes lecturer

Dave Carter, Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Science, will take the lead on a two year research project into sickle cell disease.

'Question Time' for Oxford's vice-chancellors

The vice-chancellors of Oxford's two universities faced questions from the public in a historic event marking the start of Universities Week.

Research showcased during Universities Week

As part of Universities Week, Oxford Brookes is showcasing the latest developments in its renowned School of Life Sciences.

Former Brookes lecturer awarded MBE

Tony Lewis honoured for his services to mathematics and cricket.

Brookes remains in the top ten in Green League

We have again been named one of the greenest universities in the UK.

Keynote speech at Brookes by Universities Minister

Universities Minister David Willetts is visiting Oxford Brookes University today to give his first keynote speech.

Estelle Morris to speak at Oxford Education Debate

Former Secretary of State for Education, Estelle Morris, asks ‘Do the boundaries between education and politics need to be redrawn?’

Student bats his way to cricket award

Jak Martin, captain of Oxford Marylebone Cricket Club Universities’ (MCCU) squad was named Player of the Month for April.

Psychologist talks electric cars on BBC news

Dr Mark Burgess, senior lecturer in psychology, talks about his research with the MINI E trials.

Fine art degree show

Fine Art graduates are holding their annual show in the Richard Hamilton Building.

Liberal Democrat leader visits Brookes

Nick Clegg, the leader of the Liberal Democrats, visited Oxford Brookes University for a question and answer session with students.

Director of British Rowing and alumni Olympians to visit Brookes

David Tanner OBE, Director of British Rowing, and three Olympic gold medallists and Oxford Brookes alumni are visiting the university to celebrate the success of Brookes Boat Club.

Culinary visionary to talk about 'Slow Food'

Carlo Petrini, founder of the Slow Food Movement, is to speak at Oxford Brookes.

Student becomes youngest-ever rower to cross ocean

Atlantic adventurer Tom Heal is celebrating after becoming part of the youngest crew to cross an ocean in a rowing boat.

Primate conservation course celebrates 10th anniversary

The only Master’s course dedicated entirely to primate conservation in the UK, if not the world, celebrates ten years of ground breaking research and award winning education this month.

Gaza student sought for new scholarship scheme

A student from Gaza in Palestine is being offered the chance to study at Oxford Brookes University thanks to a generous new scholarship scheme.

Double success for BrookesTV in National Student Television Association awards

BrookesTV has two more National Student Television Association awards to add to the trophy cabinet.

Response to full council decision to approve revised plans for new library and teaching facilities

At a full council meeting, City Councillors approve revised plans for new library and teaching facilities.

Brookes sees funding rise in the UK's annual higher education budget

Funding for Oxford Brookes University has seen a rise of 0.6 per cent in the UK’s annual higher education budget.

Older learners get computer savvy with help from Oxford Brookes and Age Concern

Student volunteers from Oxford Brookes University have been teaching the over-50s valuable computer skills.

Brookes develops shelter for Haiti earthquake victims

A hurricane-resistant home has been designed and built at Oxford Brookes University demonstrating the techniques needed to create strong, long-lasting shelters in Haiti.

Brookes unveils 2012 ambitions with new Centre for Rowing

Oxford Brookes University Boat Club, which has won planning permission for a new Centre for Rowing along the river Thames, now aims to raise £1 million to fund the building.

New report explores Oxford Brookes' economic contribution

Millions of pounds flow into the Oxfordshire and UK economy due to the presence of Oxford Brookes University in the city, reveals a new report.

Full council to decide planning application

Acting Registrar Paul Large responds to the City Council's decision to call in the application for Oxford Brookes' new library.

Gastronomica lines up food experts for Oxford Literary Festival

Oxford Gastronomica - the centre for the study of food, drink and culture at Oxford Brookes - has organised a number of events involving high profile speakers at this year's Sunday Times Oxford Literary Festival.

Plans approved for new library and teaching building

The City Council's Strategic Development Control Committee approved the revised planning application for new library and teaching facilities for the university.

Fairtrade fortnight 2010

Fairtrade Fortnight begins at Oxford Brookes on 22 February and there is a host of Fairtrade related events and promotions over the two weeks for students and staff to get involved in.

Human Rights in the frame at Oxford Brookes international film festival

Powerful films from around the world with a focus on human rights and justice screened in venues across Oxford.

Art Foundation students showcase work at prestigious Oxford museum

Pitt Rivers Museum opens DisGUISE and DOLLS exhibition.

Courses across the county support the unemployed

Free courses are now available across the county for people who are unemployed (or at risk of unemployment) to help get them back to work, self employment or into training.

Pro Vice-Chancellor's visit to India will consolidate strong relationships

Oxford Brookes Pro Vice-Chancellor to visit India.

Brookes to fund Community Officers

Oxford Brookes University is planning to fund two Police Community Support Officers.

Foundation degree graduates excel

Graduates of Foundation degrees offered by Oxford Brookes are outshining their colleagues who come to the university through more traditional routes.

Art students to exhibit work at local gallery

Four Oxford Brookes students studying on the Art and Design Foundation course are to present their work at a city gallery.

Student charity wins award

A local student charity for children with special needs has won an award for its contribution to the local community.

Brookes awarded Oxford Green Travel Award

Oxford Brookes further cements its reputation as one of the UK's greenest universities by winning a Green Travel Award

Brookes' rowers plan for 2012

Oxford Brookes University Boat Club wins planning permission to extend boathouse.

Desmond Tutu to back Oxford Brookes' role in South Africa

Archbishop Desmond Tutu will urge students and staff at Oxford Brookes University to continue to help rebuild parts of South Africa still shattered by the lasting effects of apartheid when he speaks to them in February.

Climate change researchers win big grant

A group of climate change experts, including two Oxford Brookes academics, has been awarded £640,000 to find ways of protecting suburbs against the effects of global warming.

Zero carbon homes for the future

Oxford Brookes will play an important role in the research and development of zero carbon homes for the future.

Lord Drayson visits School of Technology

Lord Drayson, the Science and Innovation Minister, has visited Oxford Brookes to meet some of the world’s leading motorsport experts.

Prime Minister backs MINI E trials

Prime Minister Gordon Brown welcomed an electric MINI to Downing Street and backed the trials involving Oxford Brookes University.

Creative writing fellow wins national award

Kate Clanchy, a fellow on the MA in Creative Writing at Oxford Brookes University, has beaten two Orange prize winners to clinch the BBC National Short Story Award.

Youngest-ever team set to row the Atlantic

A student from Oxford Brookes is hoping to be part of the youngest two-man team to successfully row the Atlantic Ocean.

The great literary debate

Human rights issues were the central theme of the Chancellor's Debate when Shami Chakrabarti visited Brookes.

New library and teaching building

Following the rejection of Oxford Brookes planning application for a new 132 million pound library and teaching building in September, the university is seeking to find a resolution.

New study explores world of babies

Researchers have set up a special Babylab with the latest eye tracker technology to explore how the language spoken around babies affects their understanding and ability to organise objects.

The future of teaching - Oxford Education Debate

The future of teaching is the subject of the latest Oxford Education Debate at the Westminster Institute of Education.

Experts team up on climate change

Leading climate change experts from Oxford Brookes and Oxford University will share the platform at the Oxford Institute for Sustainable Development conference Now or Never: A low carbon built environment for the 21st century.

Former Brookes students set for BBC 2 School of Saatchi Series

Former Brookes students set for BBC 2’s ‘School of Saatchi’ Series

Oxford Brookes delivers support for region's businesses, workers and entrepreneurs in challenging times

Oxford Brookes University has pledged to support businesses, entrepreneurs and the unemployed with an investment of almost 1 million pounds.

Dr Miriam Stoppard visits Brookes

Women's health expert Dr Miriam Stoppard visited Oxford Brookes University to give a talk to students and community midwives.

Government announces new HE framework

Vice-Chancellor Professor Janet Beer responds to the Government's new framework for Higher Education.

Kate Adie in Public Lecture Series

BBC journalist Kate Adie visited Oxford Brookes to give a talk as part of the Public Lecture Series.

Centre for Sport has biggest-ever revamp

Oxford Brookes University's Centre for Sport at Gipsy Lane has unveiled a huge refurbishment of its gym and climbing wall.

No Mince Pies event

Oxford Brookes hosts its annual community event.

Brookes students join forces to benefit their community

Oxford Brookes students are helping community groups throughout Oxford and the wider region.

Kate Adie and Philip Pullman in Public Lecture series

Famous speakers are giving a series of talks at Brookes this autumn.