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Briefing on the Teaching Excellence Framework

UCU is opposed to the TEF, both in terms of its methodology and the outcomes for institutions, staff and students; a position shared by the National Union of Students.

The TEF year 2 results were published on 22 June 2017. This briefing outlines our current position.

Briefing on Teaching Excellence Framework, Jun 17 [143kb]

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