2009 AUQA Audit
The University was audited by AUQA for the second time in July 2009. The key dates were:
- Monday 6 April 2009: Receipt by AUQA of the University's portfolio;
- Thursday 14 May 2009: Preparatory Visit to the University by the panel chair and AUQA staff member;
- June 2009: Visits to overseas operations of the University, and/or onshore partner operations, probably by the panel chair and AUQA staff member, if the panel decides such visits are warranted; and
- 19-23 July 2009: Audit Visit to the University in Armidale.
There are several key differences between Cycle 1 and Cycle 2 audits, as well as some similarities. The University's Cycle 2 audit will involve:
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following up on recommendations from Cycle 1
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an in-depth examination of two "themes" (or areas of activity)
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consideration of academic risk areas for the University
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affirmations, as well as commendations and recommendations
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a greater focus on standards, benchmarking and outcomes
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a focus on the National Protocols for Higher Education
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a shorter, more focussed Performance Portfolio (no longer than 20,000 words)