Become a UVAC member

The University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) is the leading organisation dedicated to championing, supporting, and enhancing higher and degree apprenticeships, technical education, and vocational learning in the UK. As a membership-based organisation, UVAC brings together universities, colleges, training providers, professional bodies, and employers to shape policy, share best practices, and drive innovation in work-based learning.

Why join UVAC?

Membership with UVAC provides institutions with expert guidance, policy insights, and a platform to influence the future of vocational education. Members receive free initial advice and guidance on implementing higher vocational, technical, and professional learning, including higher and degree apprenticeships. They can also collaborate on responses to Westminster Government policy and initiatives, ensuring their perspectives shape national skills and education strategies. UVAC actively supports members in having their views on vocational, technical, and professional education heard at the highest levels.

Exclusive Member Benefits

• Policy Influence & Advocacy – UVAC represents members' interests in discussions with policymakers and regulators, ensuring that apprenticeships and technical education are shaped effectively.
• Practical Support & Guidance – Members receive expert advice on funding, compliance, quality assurance, and apprenticeship standard as well as receiving free copies of all of UVAC's good practice guides and publications.
• Research and publications – working through our membership we manage an ongoing research programme covering issues and topics of relevance to our members.
• Networking & Collaboration – UVAC facilitates connections between higher education institutions, employers, and training providers, fostering partnerships and knowledge exchange.
• Events & Training – Members gain access to exclusive events, conferences, and webinars, providing insights into best practices and emerging trends.

Membership Options

UVAC membership subscriptions offer four levels of membership in 2025/26:

• Full Membership – for UK higher education institutions with Degree Awarding Powers
• Associate Membership – for UK Higher Education Institutions, further education colleges and training providers
• Corporate Membership – for awarding bodies, professional bodies, government agencies, tech ed and service providers
• Employer Membership – for UK business who are or are considering delivering higher and degree apprenticeships

Membership runs annually from 1 August to 31 July.

To apply for membership please click on the appropriate category above.