(1) This Rule provides the framework for a key set of activities to support management of academic quality at the University of New England. It ensures a whole-of-institution approach to managing the standard of courses and the quality of student learning opportunities through systematic monitoring and continuous improvement activities. (2) The framework confirms the University’s commitment to quality and describes the approach to providing a quality education experience that leads to successful student outcomes. It allows the University to formulate strategies for continuous improvement and (3) This Rule applies to all UNE teaching and learning activities, inclusive of associated teaching partnerships that contribute to the student academic experience. (4) A (5) The Deputy Vice-Chancellor has overarching responsibility for the quality assurance and regulatory requirements relating to the (6) (7) As a self-accrediting higher education institution, UNE is responsible for ensuring an outstanding student experience, and manages this through its quality framework. (8) The quality framework ensures UNE courses and student support services align with UNE’s Strategic Plan, and meet statutory quality (9) Evaluation of the University’s (10) Evaluation of the University’s faculties and (11) (12) The Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Section 29 of the University of New England Act , makes this University Rule. (13) (14) The Rule Administrator, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, is authorised to make procedures and guidelines for the operation of this Rule. The procedures and guidelines must be compatible with the provisions of this Rule. (15) This Rule operates as and from the (16) Previous policy on academic quality assurance and any related documents are replaced and have no further operation from the (17) Notwithstanding the other provisions of this Rule, the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer may approve an exception to this Rule where the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer determines the application of this Rule would otherwise lead to an unfair, unreasonable or absurd outcome. Approvals by the Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer under this clause must be documented in writing and must state the reason for the exception.Academic Quality Assurance Rule
Section 1 - Overview
Section 2 - Scope
Section 3 - Rule
Quality Framework
Authority and Compliance
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