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2025.03.06-07
The iJAS project, jointly promoted by TWAEA, JUAA, ONESQA, and MNCEA, conducted an on-site visit to Vietnam Japan University (VJU) on March 6-7, 2025, marking a significant milestone in regional higher education quality assurance cooperation. The iJAS international accreditation framework covers key areas such as institutional governance, teaching and research, and student learning. The review team, composed of experts from Japan, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam, conducted comprehensive evaluations through on-site observations and interviews to assess the university’s strengths and areas for improvement. This visit not only fosters academic exchange within the Asian region but also lays a solid foundation for future cross-border accreditation cooperation, further enhancing the international competitiveness of higher education in the region.
2025.01.13
The Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA) visited TWAEA to discuss the future direction of the iJAS project. Key topics included the feasibility of expanding accreditation coverage, financial transparency in accreditation fees, clarification of the Secretariat’s responsibilities, formalization of observer participation procedures, revisions to promotional materials, and the timing of adjustments to accreditation standards. Additionally, the discussion explored strategies to attract more international quality assurance agencies, expand regional cooperation in Asia, and enhance the international diversity of accreditation reviewers.
2024.07.10-12
From July 9-12, 2024, the Taiwan Assessment and Evaluation Association (TWAEA) conducted a successful on-site visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat Rajabhat University (NSTRU) in Thailand. This marked the completion of the first on-site evaluation as part of the International Joint Accreditation Standards (iJAS) project, a collaborative effort among TWAEA, the Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA), and Thailand’s Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA).
2024.05.22
TWAEA's Secretary-General and Assistant Secretary-General visited Japan to collaborate with the Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA) and the Mongolian National Council for Education Accreditation (MNCEA) on matters related to the iJAS international joint accreditation. The three parties also discussed the timeline for the accreditation process for universities in Mongolia.
2024.05.09
TWAEA held an online meeting with the Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA) and Thailand's Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA) to discuss matters related to the iJAS international joint accreditation, specifically the on-site visit for the pilot review in Thailand.
2024.04.25
On April 25, 2024, the Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA) held an online briefing session on the International Joint Accreditation Standards (iJAS) project for Vietnam Japan University (VJU). During the session, reviewer Dr. An-Chi Liu provided an in-depth analysis of the accreditation criteria and key points for preparing the self-assessment report.
2023.12.23
Representatives from the Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA) and Thailand's Office for National Education Standards and Quality Assessment (ONESQA) visited Taiwan to collaborate with TWAEA on matters related to the iJAS international joint accreditation. The three parties also discussed the timeline for conducting the pilot evaluation in Thailand.
2019.12.01
TWAEA and JUAA jointly promoted the iJAS International Joint Accreditation Project and held the first-ever iJAS International Joint Accreditation Award Ceremony on December 1, 2019, in Tokyo, Japan. During the ceremony, accreditation certificates were officially awarded to Chia Nan University of Pharmacy & Science (Taiwan) and Akita International University (Japan). Both TWAEA and JUAA chairpersons attended the event in person, while the presidents of the accredited universities led their delegations to receive the public recognition and commendation for this milestone achievement.