The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), which safeguards standards and improves the quality of higher education in UK, has commended Bangor University in its Institutional Review.
The University received a number of commendations which highlighted particular areas of strength, including for the way in which Bangor uses a data-driven approach to inform and enhance the student experience.
The review commended Bangor Uni for :
- The systematic collection and use of student engagement and performance data to inform and enhance student support and academic progress.
- The extensive, and culturally valued partnership with students, which permeates all facets of university life.
- The deeply embedded bilingualism in all aspects of university life which positively impacts on student experience.
Bangor University Vice-Chancellor Professor John G Hughes said: “Bangor is the first university to undergo a Quality and Enhancement Review, and we found it to be a very detailed and thorough review.
“The findings reflect the high academic standards that are to be found at Bangor, and we are clearly very pleased with the outcome and the report’s findings.”
The QAA stated: “The University’s approach to enhancing the student learning experience is effective, student-led and student-focused.”
Professor Hughes added: “The report is a clear evidence of the excellent way that academic quality is managed at Bangor University, and I’d like to thank all of our staff for their outstanding efforts over the years in maintaining such high standards.”
The Full Review Can Be Found Here:
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/reviewing-higher-education/quality-assurance-reports/Bangor-University#
