The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education
Also known as: Qaa, Qaa Scotland
A range of activities to secure HE standards & quality: reviews & audits of standards & quality in HE providers; published reports & intelligence arising from those reviews & audits; maintenance of the UK Quality Code, subject benchmarks and qualifications frameworks; advice on degree awarding powers & university title, Access to HE & support for HEIs in relation to international developments.
Activities & Mission
A range of activities to secure HE standards & quality: reviews & audits of standards & quality in HE providers; published reports & intelligence arising from those reviews & audits; maintenance of the UK Quality Code, subject benchmarks and qualifications frameworks; advice on degree awarding powers & university title, Access to HE & support for HEIs in relation to international developments.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £10,061,872 | £10,636,620 | £10,616,476 | £6,169,005 | £6,169,005 | 126 / 0 |
| 2024 | £8,767,372 | £5,821,643 | £5,808,641 | £6,395,779 | £6,395,779 | 125 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,110,143 | £9,470,208 | £9,457,004 | £3,090,586 | £3,090,586 | 121 / 0 |
| 2022 | £9,788,285 | £11,706,199 | £11,695,409 | £2,532,834 | £2,532,834 | 117 / 0 |
| 2021 | £8,299,644 | £8,282,505 | £8,272,592 | £4,735,501 | £3,371,290 | 105 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education
What does The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education do?
A range of activities to secure HE standards & quality: reviews & audits of standards & quality in HE providers; published reports & intelligence arising from those reviews & audits; maintenance of the UK Quality Code, subject benchmarks and qualifications frameworks; advice on degree awarding powers & university title, Access to HE & support for HEIs in relation to international developments.
How much income did The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education report in 2025?
The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education reported total income of £10.06m and reported expenditure of £10.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education registered as a charity?
The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 June 1997 as charity number 1062746. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education?
The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education is governed by a board of 17 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education operate?
The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education operates across 3 areas: Northern Ireland, Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education a registered charity?
Yes — The Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1062746.
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Also Known As
- Qaa
- Qaa Scotland
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- 30 July 2026
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