I have recently accepted the new role for the interim Level 3: International Introduction to the Study of Design, Media, and Screen (DMS) course leader positions in November 2022. I am currently covering Level 4 CertHE Preparation for DMS until April 2023. I will carry on with my Level 3 course leader role from April to July 2023. There are many demands with the new role, and it is difficult to finish work during normal working hours. It is important to prioritise and schedule the various work commitments in advance.
The new role allowed me to experience insightful designing, planning and review of courses. My experience of PDQOMG (Pre-Degree Quality Operation Management Group) meetings at Level 3 and looking at QIP (Quality improve plan and SAR (Pre-Degree Self-Assessment Report) was an eye opener. On Level 4 I was aware of the annual course monitoring Enhancement Plan and Annual Course monitoring report. It was exciting to write contracts and hiring new tutors for the course. Since joining the PgCert course I am immersed with the course planning in CertHE reference the QAA Benchmark Statements -Art and Design to design the course and recognising the importance of The UK quality code for Higher Education.
“The Code continues to articulate fundamental principles ………such as emphasising the role of providers in assuring the quality of the experience they offer to students, supporting student engagement, and ensuring external referencing is used to ensure the integrity of awards and the quality of provision.” (UKSCQA, 2018)
The revised code structure focused on Expectations, Practice and Advice and guidance. It shows the expectation of standards and the expectation of quality assurance in HE, which brings insight when reviewing the course handbook on CertHE.
References
UAL. (2023, March 10). QAA Benchmark Statements. https://www.qaa.ac.uk/docs/qaa/subject-benchmark-statements/sbs-art-and-design-17.pdf?sfvrsn=71eef781_22
UAL. (2023, March 10). The UK quality code for Higher Education
https://www.qaa.ac.uk/the-quality-code