Quality Assured, Future Secured
... NUST Welcomes NQA Assessment
NUST welcomed the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) initiative for an Institutional Qualifications Assessment engagement that forms part of the national commitment to maintaining quality, relevance, and excellence across higher education.
The assessment extends beyond individual programmes and encompasses the University's broader academic offering, including programmes delivered across satellite campuses. Importantly, the process is not punitive in nature. Rather, it is a constructive and collaborative exercise aimed at strengthening systems, identifying good practices, and supporting institutions in their pursuit of continuous improvement.
The engagement received significant institutional recognition, with NUST Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof Andrew Niikondo, in attendance, alongside the University's Executive Committee and Deans. "NUST embraces quality assurance as a strategic enabler of excellence. We view this process as an opportunity to reflect, learn, and continuously improve our academic offerings across all campuses, while ensuring that our qualifications remain relevant, credible, and responsive to national and global needs," Prof Niikondo remarked.
The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) was also represented, highlighting the importance of collaboration among Namibia's higher education stakeholders in strengthening the national education system.
Harmoni Beukes, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Qualifications Authority, emphasised the developmental nature of the process said: "The Qualifications Assessment should be viewed as a constructive quality enhancement exercise that supports institutions in strengthening their programmes, systems, and student success. It is about building confidence in qualifications and ensuring that graduates are equipped to contribute meaningfully to society and the economy."
As Namibia's leading science and technology university, NUST remains committed to fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and accountability.
