Use of REF Results

The results of REF 2021 were published in May 2022. The REF Funding Bodies have published guidance on the results and analysis of the submissions.

REF 2021 results should be used with care in communications to ensure they are accurately presented. Staff using the REF 2021 submissions and results in communications should note:

• REF results guidance for departments
• ASA guidance on the use of RFE results in communication
• Conditions for use of REF 2021 Impact Case Studies