Cypriot 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.

Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth
Founded in 1960, the Cyprus Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth is a government ministry responsible for the development and regulation of higher education in the country. The Ministry sets policies and standards for higher education institutions and works in close collaboration with universities… learn more

Department of Higher and Tertiary Education of the Ministry of Education and Culture
Established in 1986, the Department of Higher and Tertiary Education is a department under the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development in Zimbabwe. The department is responsible for the development and coordination of higher and tertiary education… 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

Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education
Established in 2015, the Cyprus Agency of Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Higher Education (CYQAA) is an independent agency responsible for the quality assurance and accreditation of higher education institutions and programs in Cyprus. The agency was established in 2015 and operates under… learn more

Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu
Established in 1993, Yüksekögretim Planlama, Denetleme, Akreditasyon ve Koordinasyon Kurulu (YÖDAK) is the Higher Education Planning, Evaluation, Accreditation and Coordination Council of Northern Cyprus. Its primary role is to oversee and regulate the higher education institutions in Northern… learn more

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