PURPOSE

The purpose of this policy is to:

• Establish a clear framework of requirements, guidelines and procedures for the regular student
  evaluation of teaching/modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level;
• Assist in the monitoring and reviewing of the quality of teaching and modules
• Assist academics to continuously improve their teaching practice and the modules

Evaluation encompasses evaluating teaching and modules at under- and post-graduate levels from the perspective of both the discipline concerned and higher education teaching practices more generally.

TEACHING AND MODULE EVALUATION REQUIREMENTS

• All first-year modules will be evaluated annually
• All undergraduate modules will be evaluated annually, as determined by MEC
• Compliance with evaluation requirements is to be monitored by the Head of Department
• In the case of postgraduate modules, evaluations should be conducted at least every two years.
• The Dean and/or Head of Department may request teaching or module evaluations, with the consent of the lecturer.