# distinctive (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover distinctive. Page: Feed: --- ## [Paying Too Much For Regulation](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/08/01/__trashed/) _2026-08-01 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ The Office for Students is planning to modify how it charges fees to the institutions it regulates. But the real issue is that the regulation itself is excessive and costly. Much more radical change is required. ## [Regulatory Policy Impact or Coincidence?](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/07/28/regulatory-policy-impact-or-coincidence/) _2026-07-28 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ A blog about some regulatory housekeeping in the form of long overdue updates required to the OfS Regulatory Framework was published by HEPI in June. In July, there were some very welcome changes to the OfS website... ## [Scorched Earth and Chainsaws](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/07/16/scorched-earth-and-chainsaws/) _2026-07-16 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ With a new Prime Minister there is plenty of speculation about what might be in store for the higher education sector. No-one knows of course but might there be some grounds for optimism about a reduction in regulation? ## [We need an end to the DIY regulatory framework](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/06/22/we-need-an-end-to-the-diy-regulatory-framework/) _2026-06-22 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ The Office for Students Regulatory Framework is difficult to navigate, incomplete and significantly out of date. Some major housekeeping is required. And then the whole thing really does need to be overhauled. ## [Is Free Speech Regulation Aiming at the Wrong Target?](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/06/12/is-free-speech-regulation-aiming-at-the-wrong-target/) _2026-06-12 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ HEPI and AdvanceHE have just published the latest student academic experience survey. There is much of interest in there but particularly the findings related to student views on freedom to express their views. It's all positive and does raise the question about the need for all that free speech regulation. ## [The University Ranking No-One Gets Excited About](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/06/09/the-university-ranking-no-one-gets-excited-about/) _2026-06-09 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ There are many national and international university league tables out there. But there is one in particular which, over the years, has generated less interest than most. ## [One of a Kind: Unique(ish) Features of UK Higher Ed](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/05/15/one-of-a-kind-uniqueish-features-of-uk-higher-ed/) _2026-05-15 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ We all know that UK higher education is special. Among the many special aspects are the quirky and unusual features of institutions. There are certainly some very distinctive aspects to HE out there. ## [New Ranking: Traveller Advice on University Trips](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/05/09/new-ranking-traveller-advice-on-university-trips/) _2026-05-09 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ It's time for a couple of exciting new rankings. These ones are based on traveller reviews on Tripadvisor which means that universities are mixed up with some less conventional educational sites. Instructive stuff. ## [My Imaginary University Podcast – Serious Study at the Real University of Life](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/04/28/my-imaginary-university-podcast-serious-study-at-the-real-university-of-life/) _2026-04-28 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ This latest episode in the My Imaginary University podcast series in which prominent sector figures create their very own university stars Higher Education consultant Hugh Jones. He creates a distinctive university with a serious purpose. ## [Still Musing on Student Record Systems](https://wonderfulhighered.com/2026/04/27/still-musing-on-student-record-systems/) _2026-04-27 · Paul · The Wonderful (& Frightening) World of HE_ Every institution has its own student record system. All of them are configured differently and are costly and difficult to maintain. 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