Programmatic/Programme accreditation

There are several criteria/standards against which programmes are evaluated.

These include:

• The mission and governance structure of the institution;
• The quality of the programme, including: aims and philosophy; structure and content; and programme management;
• The quality of students admitted;
• The quality of staff who deliver instruction;
• Methods used to assess student learning;
• The adequacy of resources to support programmes; and
• The student support services.

Institutional Accreditation

There are several criteria/standards against which institutions are evaluated.

These include:

• Mission and goals;
• Planning and evaluation;
• Governance and management;
• Teaching and learning;
• Faculty;
• Students and student support services;
• Library and information resources;
• Physical and technological resources;
• Financial resources; and
• Integrity