AGCAS qualifications update
The University of Reading has recently announced that its School of Continuing Education, which houses the AGCAS qualifications, is to close. The Dean of Arts and Humanities cites financial reasons for this decision and assures AGCAS that it is not any reflection on its courses.
The university has clearly stated that it will honour its commitment to current students, including any who enrol before October 2009. AGCAS is already exploring options to ensure a smooth transition to any future arrangements.
In early May, AGCAS CEO, Margaret Dane, will meet with the interim management group that has been set up by the university. Before then there will be discussions between AGCAS and Reading representatives to air concerns and to ensure that we are in a good position to influence and implement future decisions.
Margaret Dane says:
'We have a group of high-quality course programmes that are world-class in our field, that meet all the government priorities for employer-led higher education and for which there is clear and continuing demand, so we are optimistic about their future.'
AGCAS will keep its members and stakeholders informed as matters develop.