The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) overview paper provides guidance on the general right of public access to all types of 'recorded' information held by public authorities like colleges and universities. The paper also sets out exemptions from that general right and obligations placed on public authorities.
The paper can be accessed in html format here - Freedom of Information Act 2000 – Essentials.
The paper can be accessed in pdf format here - Freedom of Information Act 2000 – Essentials.