TEF (Teaching Excellence Framework)

The Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) is a system used in the UK to assess and recognize the quality of teaching at universities. It aims to improve the student experience by evaluating how well institutions support learning, engage with students, and produce positive outcomes. Universities receive ratings—Gold, Silver, or Bronze—based on their performance in areas like student satisfaction, academic support, and employment outcomes. The TEF helps prospective students make informed choices about where to study and encourages universities to enhance their teaching standards. It emphasizes the importance of high-quality education in the higher education sector.