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ref 2029 skip to content hidden button ref ref ref 2029 ref ref 2021 ref ref 2014 rae 2008 news news publications publication guidance panels panels resources panels about about contact contacts search search research excellence framework securing a world class dynamic and responsive research base across the full academic spectrum within uk higher education get involved timetable the ref is the uk s system for assessing the quality of research in uk higher education institutions it first took place in 2014 and 2021 the next exercise is planned for 2029 what is the ref s purpose inform the allocation of block grant research funding to heis based on research quality provide accountability for public investment in research and produce evidence of the benefits of this investment provide insights into the health of research in heis in the uk the research excellence framework ref is the uk s system for assessing the excellence of research in uk higher education institutions heis the ref outcomes are used to inform the allocation of around 2 billion per year of public funding for universities research the ref is a process of expert review carried out by sub panels focused on subject based units of assessment uoas under the guidance of overarching main panels and advisory panels for the purposes of the ref research is defined as a process of investigation leading to new insights effectively shared read more about our expert panels about the ref connect with the ref team link to ref account on linkedin bluesky youtube latest news view all news ref 2029 criteria and guidance to be published mid november the full ref 2029 panel criteria and working methods along with updates to the published guidance will be released in mid november this confirms the timing previously announced as autumn 2026 to support planning for institutions ahead of implementation sub panel 3 renamed to recognise midwifery the research excellence framework has renamed one of its 34 sub panels to ensure midwifery is explicitly recognised within its assessment structure ahead of ref 2029 sub panel 3 previously titled allied health professions dentistry nursing and pharmacy will now be known as allied health professions dentistry midwifery nursing and pharmacy the change follows feedback received during ref 2029 survey faqs published we have published a set of frequently asked questions to help the preparation of responses to the survey on final ref 2029 policy developments the ref team encourages survey responses from higher education institutions representative bodies learned societies and other organisations or individuals with an interest in research assessment the survey remains open for responses until 4pm on 4 september 2026 survey links sign up for the latest news join the ref mailing list to get the latest news join ref mailing list quick links about the ref get involved sign up for the latest news join the ref mailing list to get the latest news join ref mailing list contact ref timetable faqs pce pilot contact ref 2026 copyright ukri terms and conditions disclaimer ukri privacy notice cookie policy accessibility statement vacancies