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The Higher Education Funding Council for England

The Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) distributes public money for teaching and research to universities and colleges. In doing so, it aims to promote high quality education and research, within a financially healthy sector. The Council also plays a key role in ensuring accountability and promoting good practice.

• A brief introduction to HEFCE and the higher education sector

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• How HEFCE is accountable for the funds it administers

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Last updated 17 December 2008