The Academic Registry is responsible for a range of academic administrative services in relation to students, staff and courses at all the University campuses. The site includes information on tuition fees, examinations, graduation, senate, learning and teaching, quality assurance, as well as specific information for international, undergraduate and postgraduate students. A useful set of links to student services can also be accessed from this site.

see also: academic, examinations, fees, graduation, registration, registry

This is the report of an enhancement-led institutional review (ELIR) of Heriot-Watt University undertaken by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). The ELIR method focuses on: the strategic management of enhancement; the effectiveness of student learning; and the use of a range of reference points.

see also: annual, elir, report

This Reflective Analysis of the Enhancement-Led Institutional Review (ELIR) of Heriot-Watt by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education was prepared by a small Writing Group comprising the Deputy Principal (Learning and Teaching), the Deputy Registrar and the Assistant Registrar (Learning Strategies). They consulted widely across the University to ensure that the Reflective Analysis represented current practice.

see also: elir, report

The good standing of Heriot-Watt University is the result of sustained success in research and teaching over many years. High standards and quality are key features of this success and the University is committed to maintaining its standards and continually enhancing its quality in all areas. Quality assurance aims to provide our stakeholders - Government, students, employers, professional institutions and many others - with evidence that high standards are attained in all areas and that agreed processes in the University are operated correctly and professionally.

see also: standards, teaching

The Quality Enhancement and Standards Committee maintains the quality of all academic activities undertaken by or on behalf of the University. It ensures that high standards and outcomes are attained and that the standards of academic awards compare favourably with those of similar institutions elsewhere. It also encourages the enhancement of quality and standards throughout the University.

see also: committee, standards