POC

The Programme Committee (POC) is the body responsible for ensuring the quality of education within a study programme. It serves as the central forum where all stakeholders engage in dialogue to develop, monitor and improve educational quality.

Activities and responsibilities

• Day-to-day organisation and follow-up of the programme(s).

• Advising the Faculty Board on educational policy.

• Responsible for:

  • Programme vision and profile

  • Learning outcome and curriculum

  • Assessment and evaluation policy

  • Study feasibility and student characteristics

  • Quality assurance and monitoring

Structure

• Established by the faculty board.
• Can delegate tasks to subordinate bodies, such as local education committees (OC).
• May be part of a Faculty Programme Committee (fPOC) coordinating multiple POCs.

Composition

• Programme director (chair)

• Senior Academic Staff (ZAP)
• Assistant Academic Staff and Researchers (AAP / BAP)
• Student representatives