The Aga Khan University (AKU), whose 'AKU Teach CPD Scheme' was recently re-accredited by Advance HE, has won the inaugural edition of the Award of Excellence for Disruptive Education, Zairi International Award in Higher Education 2022.
AKU received the award based on the work of the University's Network of Quality, Teaching and Learning, QTL_net, which supports excellence in academic programmes to ensure students have a strong learning experience during their academic years. AKU was selected from amongst applications received from 31 countries with winners announced at a ceremony at the MENA Higher Education Leadership Forum in Dubai, UAE. Advance HE was delighted to sponsor the award.
The Award of Excellence for Disruptive Education considers innovative higher education institutions that stand out in their approach to shaping and re-imagining the future of higher education to meet the challenges of the future.
“Whilst AKU is a University 'of and for the developing world', this international award of excellence in higher education is an acknowledgment that AKU promotes global best practices in quality, teaching and learning. Educational excellence is not a choice for AKU, it is our mission!" said Professor Tashmin Khamis, Vice Provost (Quality, Teaching & Learning) at The Aga Khan University.
Ian Hall, Advance HE Head of Membership (International) said, “I am delighted for AKU. They are wholly committed to a great student academic experience and this is evidenced by their investment in their staff through their newly accredited programme as well as this award. Well done to all involved.”
AKU has more than 60 Fellows with accredited programmes for descriptors 1 & 2 as described by the Professional Standards Framework.