Learning and Quality Unit
The Learning and Quality Unit (LQU), which is part of the Vice-Chancellor’s Office, provides an institutional focal point for the University’s approach to integrating learning and quality. It is responsible for supporting the University’s oversight of quality management and its development of learning- and quality-related policy and strategy.
The LQU has a key role in ensuring that University policies and procedures relating to quality assurance are effectively and consistently implemented, whilst reflecting national developments. It oversees the way in which the University safeguards the standards of its awards, through its regulatory framework, the operation of its external examiner system and its relationships with professional and statutory regulatory bodies (PSRBs).
The LQU also plays an important role in the development of a range of University strategies and policies, such as its Learning and Teaching Strategy, e-Learning Strategy, Collaborations Strategy and Retention Policy. More generally, working with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Development) and the University’s Educational Development Team, the Unit is closely involved in developing the institution’s learning and quality enhancement agenda.