Minister Dariusz Wieczorek has repeatedly emphasized that ensuring high-quality education for students is a top priority for him. He has vowed to put an end to diploma mills. The appointment of a special envoy for the Minister of Science in charge of the quality of education in universities is intended to assist him in this endeavor. Does she have a recipe for improving it?
One crucial aspect that needs attention is the quality of postgraduate studies. The proposed changes in the higher education law aim to address this issue. This area should be subject to verification by the Polish Accreditation Committee. There is currently a proposal to also evaluate postgraduate studies by the PKA. The committee will review study programs and faculty. Postgraduate studies should be conducted in the field of study programs I or II degrees offered by a given university. For example, a university specializing in management and economics should not offer postgraduate studies in dietetics. PKA verification would involve monitoring the study programs that the university offers, along with postgraduate study programs.
A quick tool that would also impact the quality of education is the requirement for universities to make postgraduate study programs publicly available in the BIP. The school should make available programs that must have defined learning outcomes in terms of knowledge, skills, and social competencies.
In conclusion, ensuring the quality of education in universities is a multifaceted task that requires attention to various aspects such as postgraduate studies and program transparency. By implementing these proposed changes and strategies, Minister Wieczorek’s goal of improving the quality of education for students can be achieved.