A new streamlined, risk-based process for approving programme changes will be implemented in 2025-26. Developed under the Education and Skills Strategy, shaped by colleagues across Schools and Faculties, and approved by Education Committee (Quality and Standards) (ECQS), this process provides a more agile approach enabling timely programme enhancements while maintaining proportionate oversight and compliance with Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) guidance.  

Comprehensive guidance materials are now available to support the implementation of the Approving Programme Changes process.  The guidance can be accessed at: Programme Change Approval