Higher Education and Research Act 2017: Primary legislation governing higher education providers in England and Wales, establishing the Office for Students and setting regulatory framework
Education Act 1994: Fundamental legislation covering educational institutions' operations and student unions in England and Wales
Education Reform Act 1988: Key legislation establishing the framework for higher education funding and governance structure
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR, governing how universities must handle and protect student personal data
Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring non-discrimination and equal treatment in education, covering protected characteristics
Office for Students Regulatory Framework: Guidelines and requirements set by the primary regulator of higher education in England
QAA Quality Code: Standards and guidelines set by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education ensuring academic quality
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation protecting students as consumers of higher education services, ensuring fair terms and transparent information
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Regulations governing distance selling and off-premises contracts, including university admissions
CMA Higher Education Guidance: Competition and Markets Authority guidelines specific to higher education providers regarding fair trading practices
Immigration Act 2016: Legislation governing international student requirements and university obligations regarding student visas
UKVI Requirements: UK Visas and Immigration specifications for universities sponsoring international students
Professional Body Requirements: Specific regulatory requirements for professional degree programs (law, medicine, engineering, etc.)
Common Law Contract Principles: Legal principles governing contract formation, offer, acceptance, and consideration in England and Wales
Student Protection Plans: Required documentation outlining how student interests are protected in case of program changes or closure
