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Based on Article 28 of Law No. 08/L-110 on the Kosovo Accreditation Agency (Official Gazette of the Republic of Kosovo No. 13, June 29, 2023), the State Council of Quality has developed the Standards for Evaluation of Doctoral Programs. All interested parties are invited to submit their comments and suggestions within seven (7) days from the date of the notification announcing the opening of the written consultation. All comments, suggestions, and proposals may be sent to the following email addresses: arianit.m.krasniqi@rks-gov.net lenda.hyseni@rks-gov.net In accordance with the principles of transparency, inclusiveness, and adherence to international standards, the Kosovo Accreditation Agency is publishing [...]

On 16 June 2025, a delegation from the State Council of Quality (SCQ) of the Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA) conducted an official visit to “Ukshin Hoti” University in Prizren. During the visit, representatives of the SCQ and KAA met with the University Rector, Prof. Mentor Alishani, as well as members of the university’s senior management structures. The President of the SCQ, Prof. Hasnije Ilazi, emphasized the importance of fostering a sustainable partnership with higher education institutions. She noted that on-site visits are an integral part of AKA’s commitment to promoting a shared culture of quality, strengthening inter-institutional cooperation, and developing lasting [...]

On June 16, 2025, the State Council of Quality (SCQ) of the Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA) held its 138th regular meeting, during which it reviewed the reports of international experts engaged in the evaluation process of study programs at higher education institutions in Kosovo. As part of this meeting, the SCQ examined and made decisions regarding the international experts’ reports for initial accreditation and reaccreditation of study programs. Additionally, the Council reviewed official complaints and requests submitted by higher education institutions in the Republic of Kosovo. The process was conducted in accordance with the standards and guidelines set by the KAA, [...]

Representatives of the Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA) participated in the workshop organized by the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA), held on 11–12 June 2025 in Tallinn, Estonia. The central theme of the workshop was "The Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Quality Assurance Agencies," focusing on the opportunities and challenges that AI presents in evaluation and accreditation processes within higher education systems. KAA was represented at this significant European event by its Director General, Mr. Naim Gashi; the student member of the KAA Board, Ms. Shkurtë Bajgora; as well as division heads Ms. Merita Rama and Mr. [...]

A delegation from the Higher Education Quality Agency of North Macedonia was welcomed at the Kosovo Accreditation Agency (KAA), where both parties agreed to strengthen regional cooperation in the implementation of European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance (ESG) in higher education. The North Macedonian delegation, led by Ms. Hristina Serafimovska, Director of the Quality Agency, included Mr. Agim Ramadani, State Advisor for Higher Education; Mr. Ahmed Qazimi, Head of the Higher Education Sector; and Ms. Lupka Nedelkovska, Advisor for Higher Education. On behalf of KAA, the delegation was composed of Mr. Naim Gashi, Director General; Mr. Shkëlzen Gërxhaliu, Director for [...]