Annual Review of Courses (ARC) brings together in one place a concise summary
of all developmental activity undertaken and planned by a department in relation
to a course/group of courses. As such, the reports are intended to be a useful
resource for departmental staff, faculties, external examiners and external
auditors.
Specifically, ARC enables the department to:
ARCs allow the University to have oversight of themes that are emerging
across departments and faculties that need to be acted upon, and to share good
practice across the institution.
From an external point of view, an effective ARC is a necessity if we are to
demonstrate to external auditors the currency, security and validity of our
awards.
In order to be effective, ARC reports need to act as a focus for reflective
evaluation of curriculum, delivery, student experience and the achievement of
students. They also need to look forward to the next delivery of the curriculum,
building on the experience and evidence of the previous year, and thereby
facilitate the active enhancement of quality and standards.
