Academic Governance

Academic governance provides regulation over the university’s academic policies and frameworks relating to the execution of programmes and courses. It guides the university in its decisions, definitions of roles and relationships of decision-making bodies, and specifications of delegations for academic quality and continuous improvement for the programmes and courses offered. The academic governance framework is developed based on the following principles.

Alignment with University’s Mission and Vision, and Goals

Ensuring the university’s mission and goals are aligned through consistency in the design and delivery of a wide range of academic programmes.

Accountability and Shared Governance

Decision-making involves collaboration amongst academic staff, students, and administrators. This form of shared governance fosters inclusivity, transparency, and the incorporation of diverse perspectives in the decision-making process. Transparency builds trust, facilitates effective communication, and ensures accountability for the fulfilment of educational goals.

Quality Assurance

Ensuring rigorous standards for the design of academic programmes, courses, and assessments as the quality of education is crucial for the institution's reputation and the success of its graduates in their respective fields.

Academic Rigour

Maintaining high academic standards. This is essential for the development of critical thinking skills, intellectual growth, and the preparation of students for future challenges.

Continuous Improvement

Committing to ongoing assessment and improvement of academic programmes and policies. This helps in ensuring that the university remains responsive to changing educational needs, technological advancements, and societal developments.

These principles collectively establish a robust framework for academic governance, guiding the university in its commitment to excellence, innovation, and the holistic development of its academic community.

Philosophy & Governance Approach
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    Academic Governance Structure

    Academic governance, management and excellence is the responsibility of the Deputy President (Academic) & Provost, who acts as the Chief Academic Officer of SIT. Academic committees are formed to assist the Provost in the deliberation and execution of various academic decisions.

    SIT’s Board of Studies (BOS) is the highest decision-making committee for academic policies, programme and course offerings, and related matters. It has the oversight and authority for:

    • Governance of, and the committee(s) to approve academic programmes, modules, competency units and other components of a programme.
       
    • Governance of, and the committee(s) to endorse academic results and recommend for conferment of degrees and graduate diplomas, and award of certificates.
       
    • Governance of, and the committee(s) to oversee academic quality and standards.
       
    • Establishing committees, where appropriate, to take on specific roles and responsibility for certain academic activities, such as the review and/or approval of educational strategies and policies.
       

    A set of committees was formed to undertake roles in various academic aspects as delegated by BOS. The committee chairpersons who are also members of BOS will facilitate the communication of decisions to the respective committees.

    Diagram A shows a representation of BOS and its key committees.

    Diagram A

    Diagram A: BOS and its key committees

    A summary of the prevailing academic aspects and governance areas, and the relevant approving authority is provided in Table 1. BOS and EPC may appoint sub-committees, task forces and work groups to undertake research, review, and implementation of all areas within their purview.

    Table 1. Academic aspects and governance areas, and approving authorities

    Academic AspectsGovernance AreasReview and discussionApproving Authority
    Academic and Education Policies
    • Policies that govern SIT programme and course offerings.
    • Policies that govern academic activities and matters relating to the holistic development and learning in SIT
    		Education Policy Committee (EPC)Board of Studies (BOS)
    Programmes and Qualifications
    • New programme proposals, considering (i) the alignment to SIT’s strategic aims, (ii) sufficient current and future industry demand and student supply, and (iii) market competitiveness
    • Programme Aims/Statements, Educational Objectives and Learning Outcomes
    • Programme design, structure, rigour and any deviation from prevailing SIT’s framework and policies
    • Official names of programmes (for display on parchments and transcripts)
    • Affiliated offerings, e.g., programme specialisations, minor programmes, stackable programmes
    • Compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements where relevant
    • Programme delivery/pathway
    • Collaborative Partners and SIT’s role in the collaboration (if any)
    • Programme review and changes
    		Education Policy Committee (EPC)Board of Studies (BOS)
    Results
    • Ratification of academic results
    • Students’ programme completion status for the award of relevant qualifications/ certificates
    • Related policies pertaining to academic results
    		Respective cluster managementBoard of Examiners (BOE)
    Programme Components
    • Modules and Competency Units
    • Curriculum-related matters including learning objectives, lesson design, assessment components and objectives
    		Respective cluster managementCurriculum Review Committee (CRC)

All information is accurate as of 20 March 2025. SIT reserves the right to update the information as required.

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