Quality Enhancement

Programme Modifications

PROGRAMME MODIFICATIONS

All programme and course modifications, which are often initiated as a result of the annual review of education delivery, should be formally approved. The process is managed in accordance with the NU Guidelines for Modifications to Programs and Courses.

Why Do We Modify Programmes and Courses?

The programme/course modification process is helpful in:

  • Enabling the ongoing quality enhancement of academic programmes and courses;
  • Tracking changes to facilitate any future programme/course modifications;
  • Strengthening the quality of programmes/courses by providing a comprehensive review of the proposed changes by various stakeholders.

Approval of Programme and Course Modifications

Starting from 2024, most Schools use CurrIQunet platform as the key curriculum management platform. In order to modify an existing program, please follow this link using NU credentials: https://nukz.curriqunet.com/. Please read the NU CurrIQunet Manual prior to launching any program modification proposals.

If you wish to schedule an individual online meeting, please contact the Academic Quality Enhancement Team (academicquality@nu.edu.kz)

Follow the steps below to approve modifications:

Step 1. Identify the Type of Modifications

Read the NU Guidelines for Modifications to Programs and Courses. Identify the type of modifications needed. Discuss this with the programme leader/department chair.

Step 2. Complete the Rationale for Major Program Modifications

Please complete the "Rationale for Major Program Modifications" tab of the program proposal draft in the CurrIQunet system. Please note that the detailed procedures and templates are available to relevant NU stakeholders only.   

Step 3. Inform All Involved Parties

Ensure that faculty, the programme leader, the vice dean for academic affairs, and student representatives are engaged in the modification process.

Step 4. Discuss the Changes at the Relevant Committees

Initiate discussions of the planned changes by proposing agenda items to the relevant Committees.

Scenario 1. In case of minor modifications introduced in the CurrIQunet system, please submit the following document:

  • Minutes of the School Learning and Teaching Committee meeting recommending the modifications (a signed and scanned copy).

Scenario 2. When proposing major modifications to the Academic Quality Committee via the CurrIQunet system, submit the following documents:

  • Minutes of the School Learning and Teaching Committee meeting recommending the modifications (a signed and scanned copy);
  • Dean’s letter of support for the proposed modifications (a signed and scanned copy);
  • External review of the programme modifications (a signed and scanned copy).
Step 5. Implement the Approved Modifications

Inform the affected parties (Schools, units, departments) about the approved changes, oversee their implementation, and monitor their effectiveness.

Please consult the diagrams by clicking on the buttons below to see the approval process of minor and major modifications.