Original article can be found on the Language Magazine website at – https://www.languagemagazine.com/2018/05/17/global-quality-control-for-english-learner-programs/ British Accreditation Council (BAC) CEO Paul Fear explains the rationale behind the organization’s move into the accreditation of English language providers (ELPs) worldwide Language Magazine (LM): Why was BAC formed, and what sort of organizations are accredited? Paul Fear (PF): BAC was formed as a charity in 1984 by the British Council and UK Department of Education at a time when the [...]

BAC has signed a Memorandum of Affiliation with The Council for Higher Education Accreditation International Quality Group (CIQG), supporting the CIQG International Quality Principles. The CIQG Quality Principles can be seen here: CIQG-Quality-Principles CHEA-International-Quality-Group

Management of the University held a meeting with the British Accreditation Council (BAC) In the occasion of the four day visit to London, UK, on November 30, 2015, the delegation of Epoka University presided by the Rector, Prof. Dr. Gungor Turan, held a meeting with the British Accreditation Council (BAC). BAC, a full member of European Network of Quality Assurance (ENQA), was established in 1984, initially as a national accreditation authority [...]

Any UK public document can be ‘legalised’ by asking the UK government to confirm that a UK public official’s signature, seal or stamp on the document is genuine. This might be needed to if a local authority abroad has asked for the provision of a document and they've said it must be 'legalised’. The BAC is recognised by the UK Government for this purpose i.e. if you possess an education certificate [...]

Since 24 April 2015, it has not been possible to apply for entry clearance or leave to remain as a 'student visitor'. Routes for various types of 'short-term student' have been introduced instead. The old 'Student Visitor Visa' (SVV) has been replaced by the Short Term Study Visa (STSV).  This is a change in name only - the eligibility requirements remain the same.  For more information regarding these requirements, please visit [...]