Members can access materials relating to this area of work on our Membership Resources Site.
Our membership activities are underpinned by regular events, networking and professional development opportunities, bringing together staff in a wide range of roles, along with students, to share innovative approaches, develop knowledge and benefit from QAA’s expertise.
Networks and events
Networks
We have established a series of popular member networks which encourage like-minded members from across the UK to dedicate time to discuss key issues. We publish network materials for members on the Membership Resources site, which you can access via these links:
- College HE Policy and Practice Network
- Conversations with Quality Leads
- International Partnerships, Policy and Practice Network
- Programme Leader Network
- PVC International Network
- PVC Education Network
- Specialist and Independent Provider Network
- Student Quality Network
- Wales Quality Network
Events
Our member events provide opportunities to develop and exchange ideas on the latest policy and practice. These include:
- Quality Insights Conference
- Member Network events
- Quality Matters Student Conference
- Assessment Festival
PSRB Forum
Our PSRB Forums support regular engagement between professional, statutory and professional bodies (PSRBs) and our members. The most recent meeting, held in May, covered the review of the UK Quality Code, the rise of artificial intelligence tools, the experience of international students in the UK, the marking and assessment boycott, and a new QAA resource on competency-based education. Read the meeting summary document.
Professional development
Our professional development programme offers opportunities for members to actively engage as part of an online cohort to learn effective practices from QAA specialists as well as peers drawn from across the sector.
We currently offer three regular courses designed for colleagues at different stages in your quality career.
We also offer our International Insights Members two courses:
- Introduction to International Partnerships
- Managing Risk in Partnerships.
Future dates will be announced soon for both courses.
Upcoming dates and how to book
You can find the latest information about upcoming networks, events and professional development - including dates, times and how to book - on the QAA events page. Sign up to the QAA Member Update to keep up to date.