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Laws around HIV transmissions need urgent update
The criminal law in relation to HIV transmission has not kept up with the science, according to a team of researchers based at Oxford Brookes, Northumbria and Kingston universities.
New Sri Lanka partnership for Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University is extending its international reach and impact with a new partnership in Sri Lanka, delivering degree programmes with the British College of Applied Studies (BCAS Campus).
Oxford Brookes amongst “world’s top universities” for 13 subjects in 2020 global rankings
Oxford Brookes University has been ranked amongst the "world’s top universities" in 13 subjects in the latest QS World University Rankings - up from 12 in 2019.
Oxford Brookes' Principal Lecturer informs 'hate crime' legislation
Oxford Brookes Principal Lecturer in Law Chara Bakalis' current research focus is on the regulation of online hate, and on the liability of social media companies for the material that appears on their platforms.
Oxford Brookes University to host conference by the Law Commission on Hate Crime as potential reforms for England and Wales are reviewed
Are more effective protections against hate crime required? As the number of hate crimes continue to rise, a Law Commission conference hosted by Oxford Brookes University next month (8 March 2019) will explore the legislative improvements needed to ensure victims receive greater protection.
Oxford Brookes Law Student achieves international recognition
In October, Craig Allen (left) was invited to Washington DC to a gathering of esteemed scholars and legal professionals from around the world.
UH Blackstone’s National Criminal Advocacy Competition 2018
Two teams from the Oxford Brookes Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) programme have been highly successful in the leading national criminal advocacy competition.
Think Human Festival: Successes and legacy
Last month (21-26 May) Think Human Festival took place at Oxford Brookes showcasing exciting teaching and research from the humanities and social sciences. Laura Baldock, Project Manager for the festival, writes on how it went and some of the key successes.
Renowned photomontage artist Peter Kennard to exhibit at Oxford Brookes
Peter Kennard, one of Britain’s most important political artists, will be showcasing a selection of his work at Oxford Brookes University next week as part of the Think Human Festival (21-26 May).
Oxford Brookes students compete in the Brown Mosten International Client Consultation Competition
A team of Oxford Brookes Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) students represented England and Wales in the Brown Mosten International Client Consultation Competition (11– 14 April 2018).

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