
Research Excellence Framework
The Research Excellence Framework (REF) provides an assessment of the University of Huddersfield’s research and its impact.

Research with Impact
As an institution, we recognise the importance of looking beyond academia to address global challenges and make a real difference, socially and economically.

Find a research degree
A research degree can equip you with a greater range of transferable skills and help your CV stand out. Explore our Master's by Research and PhD options here.

Research strategy and governance
Producing excellent research which impacts on global quality of life by supporting the personal and career development of our researchers.
Recent research highlights
The latest research from our academics.
*Permanent staff, after probation: some recently appointed colleagues will only obtain recognition in the months after their arrival in Huddersfield, once they have started teaching; research degrees applies to those on contracts of more than half-time.