DIUS works closely with a number of other Government departments in order to further our aim of building a dynamic, knowledge based economy
This new Department brings together functions from two former departments. Science and innovation responsibilities come from the Department of Trade and Industry and Skills, further and higher education from the Department for Education and Skills.
To reach our goal we will draw together the nation's strengths in colleges, research, science and universities.
To ensure the wider personal, community and cultural benefits of education and science are supported, the Department works closely with other departments including: