Benefits
Our Data Futures programme will deliver a new data landscape by transforming the collection, processing and analysis of data in the UK higher education (HE) sector.
We will fundamentally redesign the data collection process in order to establish a streamlined, coordinated system which can respond to the multiple needs of a wide range of data users. This will benefit HE providers, regulators, policy makers, and many other sector stakeholders.
The programme aims to:
- Enable timely data collection and reporting. This means data will be collected in-year and can be released to users more quickly following collection.
- Reduce the burden on data providers. Collection processes will be streamlined, and duplicate collections reduced. We will develop and maintain common data standards.
- Drive improved value for money. We will ensure the maximum value is generated from the data collected through greater core data sharing. Improved information and analytical services will be provided.
- Deliver data that is fit for purpose. Data requirements will be assessed and the value they provide communicated to data providers. Data will be quality assured as it is collected.
- Support changes to data governance across the sector. We will collect data on behalf of other data collectors. This will be facilitated by our work to improve data capabilities across the sector.