Formative evaluation of accredited programmes

This report summarises the results of a formative evaluation of programmes in teaching learning and academic practice accredited by the Higher Education Academy in higher education institutions (HEIs) in the United Kingdom. The evaluation included (i) a survey of graduates of accredited programmes in 32 UK HEIs and (ii) focus group discussions and interviews with Pro-Vice-Chancellors and Vice- Principals programme leaders Heads of Departments and Faculties and programme participants in six HEIs.

This report is aimed primarily at those with strategic responsibility (Pro-Vice-Chancellors and Vice-Principals) and operational responsibility (Directors of Academic Development Units) for such programmes in HEIs.