How we operate

Our work is informed by the key principles of opportunity, choice and excellence.

The core academic activities that we support – teaching, research and knowledge exchange – are our central priorities.

We deliver our objectives through:

• an emphasis on high-quality information
• a proportionate approach to regulation
• investment for public benefit
• and a commitment to working in partnership with Government, students, universities, colleges and key national agencies.

This is represented in the diagram. Our role in safeguarding the collective interests of students runs through everything we do.

For further information about our operations and the thinking that drives HEFCE as an organisation, use the links below.

Page last updated 6 January 2012