2024-11-26 12:25:00
The international quality assurance agency confirmed at the end of September evalag After an extensive evaluation process, the high quality and continuous development of the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences in the areas of teaching, research and administration. This sends a strong signal for its future viability and its role as a leading educational institution in Austria.
The Salzburg University of Applied Sciences is legally obliged to do so every seven years Audit for certification of their internal quality management system in accordance with Section 22 of the Austrian University Quality Assurance Act (HS-QSG). The certification is valid until 2031 and ensures that the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences continues to work at a high level and constantly develops. “The successful re-audit is a significant confirmation of our ongoing efforts to achieve excellence in all areas. This result shows that we are on the right path and motivates us to continue to pursue and expand our high standards,” explains FH Rector and Managing Director Dominik Engel.
Reviewers are convinced
The international team of experts comes to the conclusion that the organizational development process that the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences started in 2020 was “carried out carefully and with the best possible participatory involvement of all stakeholders (…) The QM department is active and strongly involved in the efforts involved in streamlining and stabilizing internal processes (…) There seems to be an open, familiar atmosphere between students, teachers and administration, with low-threshold feedback and exchange opportunities The inclusion of master’s students in research projects, topic-oriented research groups and also the two Josef Ressel Centers “as the pinnacle of priority research” as well as the FH’s internal research funding were also perceived positively. The experts had an “extremely positive picture” of the ongoing or planned further training offers. The experts were also able to convince themselves that the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences “has created suitable processes and structures for quality assurance in administration and uses useful instruments.” Recommendations that have yet to be made will flow into the university’s continuous improvement processes and quality management .
Positive report without conditions
The experts come to the conclusion that the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences has a well-thought-out quality assurance concept, which has already been successfully implemented to a large extent and has been adopted and accepted internally and externally. The Salzburg University of Applied Sciences once again presents itself as a forward-looking and high-quality educational institution in Austria.
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**Interview with Dominik Engel, FH Rector and Managing Director of Salzburg University of Applied Sciences**
**Host:** Good afternoon, Dominik, and thank you for joining us today. Recently, the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences received a commendation from the international quality assurance agency evalag after a comprehensive evaluation. How significant is this recognition for your institution?
**Dominik Engel:** Thank you for having me. This recognition is incredibly significant for us. It not only reaffirms the high quality of our teaching, research, and administration but also enhances our reputation as a leading educational institution in Austria. It’s a strong testament to our commitment to excellence, and it motivates us to continue improving.
**Host:** That’s fantastic to hear! In light of this evaluation, could you elaborate on the audit process and what it entails?
**Dominik Engel:** Certainly. According to the Austrian University Quality Assurance Act, we are required to conduct an audit of our internal quality management system every seven years. This involves a thorough assessment by an international team of experts who examine our organizational processes and outcomes. After an extensive evaluation, this year we received confirmation that our development process, initiated in 2020, has been meticulously implemented, which is a critical part of our ongoing improvement strategy.
**Host:** You mentioned the organizational development process that began in 2020. What specific changes or initiatives has the university implemented during this time?
**Dominik Engel:** We’ve focused on several areas, including enhancing our curriculum, reinforcing research activities, and improving administrative processes. The goal has been to create a more integrative approach to education that aligns with the evolving needs of society and the job market. Our re-audit result indicates that we are on the right track, and this external validation encourages us to keep pushing forward.
**Host:** The certification received is valid until 2031. What does this mean for the future direction of the university?
**Dominik Engel:** Having this certification assures our stakeholders—including students, faculty, and industry partners—that we will maintain and elevate our educational standards. It guides our strategic planning and helps us set measurable goals for continuous improvement. We are committed to exploring new avenues, including innovative teaching methods and expanded research initiatives, to ensure that we remain a forward-thinking educational institution.
**Host:** Thank you, Dominik, for sharing these insights. It sounds like the Salzburg University of Applied Sciences is well poised for a bright future, focused on quality and growth.
**Dominik Engel:** Thank you for having me. We are excited about the future and remain dedicated to excellence in all that we do.
