Universities could face major OFT inquiry into fees

By Graeme Paton. The OFT is considering whether to launch a full investigation into universities after collecting evidence on fees, applications, course quality and complaints procedures.  Universities could face a full inquiry into anti-competitive practices amid concerns that students are failing to get value-for-money after a sharp rise in tuition fees.  The Office of Fair Trading is considering launching a full-scale investigation into how institutions compete for undergraduates and whether degree courses meet students' expectations. Read more...