Agency of Accreditation and Quality Assurance

The Agency of Accreditation and Quality Assurance safeguards and promotes the quality of teaching and research at universities in Switzerland. It is independent, uses internationally recognised methods and is able to draw upon the knowledge and experience of leading experts. The AAQ develops guidelines and quality standards, conducts accreditation and evaluation procedures, and works at an international level. Programme accreditation procedures assess Bachelor and Master degree courses and continuing education programmes and are voluntary in Switzerland.