Programme Evaluation

As social responsibility, the College ensures and continuously improves the quality of teaching. In 1997, 2002, 2009, 2015, 2020 and 2021, KWNC had conducted programme evaluation or review for numerous times.

2021

Accreditation as a provider of training programmes

Name of Programme: Programme in Dementia Care Organiser、Programme in Dementia Care Giver
External Quality Assurance Agency: Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI)
Outcome: Accredited
Report Issue Date: November 2021
Commendations (the original report is in English):
1.  The governing body’s ambitious vision and the strong relationship with the KWNC management team.
2.  The strong leadership and effectiveness of the management team, who in turn demonstrated a collegiality in terms of working collaboratively as a unit.
3.  The College’s commitment to maintaining a formal connection with external bodies and NGOs and supporting them, in pursuing ADI’s overall aims and objectives for those working with people living with dementia, while addressing the critical issues facing Macau and the wider region, in areas related to the growing population/number of people living with dementia.
4.  KWNC’s outstanding reputation in the region.
5.  The commitment, dedication and enthusiasm demonstrated by programme leaders, teaching staff and professional staff during meetings.
6.  The high standard of a well-established quality assurance process. Quality management is sound with rigorous processes in place and aligned to regulations. The College has a formal structure for the design, development, and approval of programmes/courses, which will ultimately benefit those who teach and students who attend.

Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Nursing Programme (PDAN) – Programme Review

External Quality Assurance Agency: The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA)
Report Issue Date: October 2021
Commendations (the original report is in English):
1.  The strong philosophical foundation of the College, which is evident in all aspects of the programme from design to delivery.
2.  The significant contribution the PDAN makes to the development of specialist nursing practice in Macau.
3.  The highly effective communication between the College, clinical placement providers and mentors that ensures a coherent learning experience for students.

2020

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programme (BSN) – Programme Review

External Quality Assurance Agency: Higher Education Evaluation Center of the Ministry of Education
Report Issue Date: April 2021
Commendations (the original report is in Chinese):
1.  The College combined the six core competencies of International Council of Nurses with the two major course objectives, which were consistent with the basic requirements of international nursing talents. The Programme followed ‘Outcome-based’ programme mode and created 11 Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILO) that corresponded to the six core competencies. The course objectives and PILOs were closely aligned with the College’s purpose of education, reflecting a good consistency.
2.  We reviewed that the College where the Programme is held had a well-structured academic management, teaching and research team. All members had a certain influence and vast knowledge in this subject and professional field, and they abided by the regulation of the College. KWNC encouraged young teachers to continue their studies and improve their qualifications (degree level). Through various academic activities, teachers’ academic level was increased. And with measures such as internal management, programme reviews and accreditation, issues were found, and these ensured continuous amelioration of teaching quality.
3.  The College offered extensive support for students’ academic growth and character development and provided students with a suitable learning environment. There is a library, Benevolence Education Centre (BE-Centre), Information Technology Centre (ITC), Professional Competence Development Centre (PCDC), and Campus Management & Development Department (CMDD) to develop teaching activities and ensured the growth of students. The College also provided a variety of supports according to different needs of various types of students, therefore, students could adapt to campus life timely. The College utilised various channels, to understand students’ learning situation, and adopted targeted measures to help and promote students’ learning.
4.  The College provided holistic, whole process, all staff internal, external, and clinical study practice quality assurances for programmes. KWNC also conducted a comprehensive (on-campus, clinical and post-graduation) evaluation of students’ academic growth and character development. KWNC has greatly completed the development, management, supervision, and review of the curriculum, has selected clinical training bases, has managed, supervised, and reviewed various teaching and management procedures, also continuously optimised the curriculum evaluation system and enhanced teaching quality, which are commendable.

2017

Master of Nursing Programme (MN) – Programme Accreditation

External Quality Assurance Agency: Experts from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Australia
Outcome: Accredited
Report Issue Date: December 2017
Conclusion (the original report is in English):
Throughout the accreditation process, the Panel determined the College attained high standards in each of the three (3) broad accreditation areas namely, Programme, Resources and Support, and Quality Assurance of Programme. The College employs staff with the necessary expertise and qualifications to design, manage and monitor a postgraduate programme. Further, resources and support available to both students and staff are more than adequate to enhance professional and personal development and support substantial growth in student numbers. The Panel is satisfied that the quality assurance measures proposed are appropriate and adequate to protect students, staff, other stakeholders, and the reputation of the College. Therefore, the Panel has a high level of confidence that the Master of Nursing Programme proposed by the College will meet the needs of students and industry partners and enhance health outcomes for the community of Macao.

2015

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programme (BSN) – Programme Review

External Quality Assurance Agency: Experts from Hong Kong and the United Kingdom
Report Issue Date: October 2015
Commendations (the original report is in English):
The College has established a systemic to collect stakeholders’ feedback on not only programme matters but also the core competencies of the graduates. This is especially commendable for professional programmes whose graduates are expected to meet the expectations of the society and the profession. In this programme, for example, the stakeholders’ comments on “graduates possessing professional ethics and integrity” have further reflected the achievement of the College’s educational philosophy and the programme’s aims and ILOs.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Supplementary) Programme (BSNS) – Programme Review

External Quality Assurance Agency: Experts from Mainland China and Thailand

2009

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programme (BSN) – Programme Validation

External Quality Assurance Agency: Hong Kong expert

2002

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Programme (BSN) – Validation

External Quality Assurance Agency: Experts from Scotland, Hong Kong, Australia, and Brazil

Higher Diploma in Nursing Programme – Validation

External Quality Assurance Agency: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

1997

Higher Diploma in Nursing Programme – Validation

External Quality Assurance Agency: Experts from the United Kingdom, the United States, Australia, and Taiwan