Development of Academic Rules and Regulations for the Pan African University
Funding
Algeria, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria
2019
Higher Education I Gender & Inclusion
Quality Assurance I Diversity & Inclusion
Introduction
Paeradigms supported the Pan African University (PAU) in developing unified academic rules and regulations for its master’s and PhD programmes. This initiative standardised policies across PAU’s four institutes, resulting in a comprehensive Student Handbook, reinforcing PAU’s commitment to quality assurance, diversity, and inclusive academic standards.
Objectives
Paeradigms was brought in to:
Evaluate the individual handbooks of PAU’s institutes.
Align with PAU’s overarching strategic vision.
Design a unified Student Handbook centring on rules and regulations for PAU and all its affiliated institutes.
Background
The Pan African University (PAU), a flagship initiative by the African Union, was founded in 2015. Comprising four institutes spread over five campuses in Algeria, Kenya, Nigeria, and Cameroon, PAU faced challenges due to each institute crafting its own student handbook. The GIZ-backed endeavour was essential to fortify PAU’s dedication to quality assurance.
Approach
Paeradigms’ methodology involved:
Reviewed academic policies and student regulations from leading universities in Africa and worldwide.
Deeply analysed ongoing practices and challenges across the four PAU Institutes.
Addressed discrepancies between desired and current academic standards.
Collaboratively crafted a common student handbook with academic rules tailored for master’s and PhD programmes..
Outcome
Paeradigms successfully delivered:
A consolidated PAU Student Handbook promoting a communal academic framework, detailing student rules, privileges, and duties.
An encompassing review of academic guidelines from leading African and global institutions.