The University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC) is a not-for-profit organisation set up in 1999 by the higher and further education sector. We provide an independent voice for our members on matters relating to technical and professional higher level learning including higher and degree apprenticeship. Our mission is to champion higher level vocational learning. UVAC has a membership of approximately 60, including universities, colleges, awarding bodies, overseas institutions, Sector Skills Councils and individuals.