CHE
FAQ's for CHE
- What is the role of the Council on Higher Education (CHE)?
- What is the difference between a public & private higher education provider?
- What is accreditation and why should programmes be accredited?
- What does the HEQC look at in order to accredit programmes?
- How does a higher education programme differ from FET programmes?
- Moving from one higher education institution to another
- Difference between a higher education programme and a qualification?
- What are credits in higher education?
- Which areas should a higher education course cover?
- What is the best course / institution to apply to?
- Where can I find a list of higher education institutions?
- Will employers recognise my qualification(s)?
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