Belgian Higher Education-related Organizations

Government Regulatory Organizations

This uniRank category encompass all federal, national, state, or local government bodies and agencies that are responsible for recognizing, overseeing, regulating and/or funding higher education institutions. Examples of such government regulatory organizations include Ministries of Higher Education, Departments of Higher Education and other similar government bodies with the authority and responsibility to govern the higher education sector. These organizations play a vital role in ensuring the quality and standards of higher education institutions within their respective jurisdictions.

Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique, Belgique
Founded in 1991, the Direction générale de l'Enseignement non obligatoire et de la Recherche scientifique (General Directorate for Non-Compulsory Education and Scientific Research) is a government organization in Belgium that plays a crucial role in higher education. The organization is responsible… learn more

Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming, België
Founded in 1994, the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training (Vlaams Ministerie van Onderwijs en Vorming) is the government ministry that is responsible for determining the policies and direction of the education system in the Flemish region of Belgium.… learn more

Accreditation and Quality Evaluation Organizations

This uniRank category includes public or private entities responsible for assessing and evaluating the quality, standards and performance of higher education institutions as a whole or their specific programs. Accreditation organizations typically have established criteria and guidelines that institutions must meet to be accredited. These criteria often cover areas such as faculty qualifications, curriculum, student services, infrastructure, governance and educational outcomes. The evaluation process usually involves self-assessment by the institution, peer reviews, site visits and documentation reviews. Accreditation is typically granted for a specific period and institutions must undergo periodic reviews to maintain the accredited status of the institution or its programs. Quality evaluation organizations, also known as quality assurance agencies or quality councils, are also responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality and standards of educational institutions and programs. Quality evaluation organizations often assess institutions based on factors such as educational outcomes, faculty qualifications, research output, student support services, infrastructure, and compliance with legal and ethical standards. Both accreditation or quality evaluation organizations may operate at the national, regional or international level. The evaluations conducted by these organizations serve multiple purposes. They provide information to prospective students, employers, and other stakeholders about the quality and credibility of institutions or programs. Additionally, the evaluations can help institutions identify areas for improvement and implement quality enhancement measures.
It's worth noting that accreditation and quality evaluation organizations can vary in their structures, methodologies and specific areas of focus. Different countries and regions may have their own accrediting bodies or quality assurance agencies with distinct frameworks and processes for evaluation

Agence pour l'Evaluation de la Qualité de l'Enseignement Supérieur
Founded in 2004 by the Ministry of the French Community of Belgium, the Agency for the Evaluation of the Quality of Higher Education (Agence pour l'Evaluation de la Qualité de l'Enseignement Supérieur, AEQES) is responsible for the external evaluation of the quality of higher education bachelor and… learn more

European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education
The European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA) is an umbrella organization that represents quality assurance agencies in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA). It was established in 2000 to promote and enhance the quality of higher education in Europe by providing a… learn more

European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education
Established in 2006, the European Network for Accreditation of Engineering Education (ENAEE) is a non-profit organization that aims to promote and develop engineering education in Europe through the establishment and maintenance of accreditation procedures for engineering degree programs. The… learn more

University Associations and Alliances

This uniRank category encompass all organizations or collaborative networks that bring together multiple universities or higher education institutions with a common purpose. These associations and alliances serve as platforms for cooperation, knowledge sharing and advocacy within the higher education sector. They promote collaboration among member institutions, address common challenges and work towards common goals. University associations and alliances may operate at the local, national, regional or international level.

Association Européenne des Conservatoires, Académies de Musique et Musikhochschulen
The Association Européenne des Conservatoires, Académies de Musique et Musikhochschulen (European Association of Conservatoires, Academies of Music and Musikhochschulen) is a European organization that represents higher education institutions in the field of music. Founded in 1953, the AEC has grown… learn more

Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region
Founded in 1966, the Association of Schools of Public Health in the European Region (ASPHER) is an international organization that represents the interests of institutions of public health education and research in Europe. Its mission is to strengthen the role of public health by improving the… learn more

Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research
The Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER) is a non-profit association of leading European universities of science and technology. Founded in 1990, CESAER's mission is to promote excellence in higher education and research in engineering and science… learn more

EFMD Global
Established in 1972, EFMD Global (European Foundation for Management Development) is an international membership organization based in Brussels, Belgium. It was established in 1972 as a network of European business schools and has since expanded to become a global organization with over 900 member… learn more

EURHODIP
EURHODIP is a non-profit association that represents leading schools and universities that offer degree programs in the field of hospitality and tourism. The acronym stands for "European Association of Hotel and Tourism Schools". The organization was founded in 1988 and its headquarters is located… learn more

European Association of Institutions in Higher Education
The European Association of Institutions in Higher Education (EURASHE) is a non-profit organization representing universities of applied sciences and other professional higher education institutions across Europe. It was founded in 1990 with the aim of promoting the development and recognition of… learn more

European University Association
Established in 2001, the European University Association (EUA) is a non-governmental organization that represents over 800 universities and national rectors' conferences in 48 European countries. The EUA was established to promote cooperation and collaboration among European universities and to… learn more

Groupe Coimbra
Groupe Coimbra is a prestigious network of European universities that was established in 1985. It is named after the city of Coimbra in Portugal, where the first meeting of the group was held. The organization comprises 39 member universities from 23 countries, including some of the oldest and most… learn more

League of European Research Universities
The League of European Research Universities (LERU) is a network of research-intensive universities in Europe. It was founded in 2002 and is composed of 23 member institutions from 12 different countries. LERU aims to promote research and education in Europe, to influence policy and to foster… learn more

Vlaamse Hogescholenraad
The Vlaamse Hogescholenraad (VHR, VHLORA) is the Flemish Council of Universities of Applied Sciences in Belgium. It was established in 2005 as an umbrella organization representing the interests of universities of applied sciences in the Flemish Community.

The VHR plays a significant role in… learn more

Vlaamse Interuniversitaire Raad
Founded in 1976, the Vlaamse Universiteiten en Hogescholen Raad (VLUHR) is the Flemish Interuniversity Council in Belgium. It is an umbrella organization that represents the interests of the universities and colleges in Flanders and its primary role is to advise and support these institutions in… learn more

Vlaamse Universiteiten en Hogescholen Raad
The Vlaamse Universiteiten en Hogescholen Raad (VLUHR) is an organization that plays a crucial role in higher education in Flanders, Belgium. It was established in 2003 as a merger of two separate organizations, the Flemish Interuniversity Council and the Flemish Council of University Colleges. The… learn more

Professional and Industry Associations

This uniRank category encompasses organizations that represent specific professions or industries and play a role in evaluating and recognizing programs and courses offered by universities. These associations focus on ensuring that academic programs align with the standards and requirements of the respective professions or industries they represent. Professional and industry associations primarily operate at the national level, working with universities within their countries.

Société Européenne pour la Formation des Ingénieurs
The Société Européenne pour la Formation des Ingénieurs - SEFI (European Society for Engineering Education) is a non-profit organization that aims to promote and improve engineering education in Europe. Founded in 1973, SEFI has become a leading voice in the field of engineering education, with over… learn more

Other Higher Education-related Organizations

This uniRank miscellaneous category encompasses various entities and organizations that are related to the field of higher education but do not fit neatly into the categories above. These organizations play diverse roles and contribute to the advancement, support and development of higher education in different ways.

Academic Cooperation Association
The Academic Cooperation Association (ACA) is a European non-profit organization that focuses on promoting internationalization and cooperation in higher education. It was founded in 1993 and has since then become a leading voice in the European higher education policy arena.

The ACA's mission is… learn more

Erasmus Student Network
Founded in 1989, The Erasmus Student Network (ESN) is a non-profit organization that supports international students in Europe. The organization was established to promote cultural exchange and to help students studying abroad to integrate into their host countries.

The ESN works to provide support… learn more

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