Full response
Summary
University Alliance has responded to the HEFCE consultation on the second Research Excellence Framework.
Our submission raises concern about the proposed use of HESA data to determine which staff are returned to the REF and presents a workable alternative. Critical insight is also offered on outputs, portability and institutional-level assessment.
Click on the links below or images to the right to read our full response and a two-page summary our position:
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