Standards Grading System

Grading System

Quality Assurance Documentation

GRADING SYSTEM 

Institutional grading is the main outcome of the assessment and accreditation process. The Certificate of Accreditation carries a grade assigned to the HEI which is the status of accreditation. The grading system is based primarily on the principles of objectivity and accuracy in the accreditation process. Grading is expected to drive the continuous development of the HEIs by fostering motivation and providing strategic direction for sustained quality enhancement. The grading system has been designed based on a sound understanding of local contexts and international best practices. 

The process of assessing and grading HEIs takes into account the marks awarded for each of the seven Standards and the Key Aspects considered in the accreditation exercise. The Key Aspects of each Standard have different weightings according to their relative importance. 

Weightings for the HEIs 

For all the HEIs subjected to accreditation the weightings are the same, irrespective of the type if the institute. They are graded using the same grading sheet (Annexure X). The maximum scores for each Key Aspect are as follows: