UNITED KINGDOM
| Comparability of qualification levels | The framework has five levels; three of which are undergraduate and two are postgraduate. |
| Use of learning outcomes in HE & CE | The FHEQ is a learning outcomes based structure. |
| National legislation on EQF levels 5-8 | not mentioned |
| Level of implementation of NQF | There is a Framework for HE Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), the comprehensive Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) and A Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW). Scotland has begun the referencing of the SCQF to the EQF. A UK HE sector working group concluded in April 2009 that the FHEQ should not be referenced against the EQF. |
| Recognition of prior learning | not mentioned |
| e-Learning implementation | many programs and initiative to change to a knowledge society, Becta leads the national drive to improve learning through technology. 13 EDEN members, 7 EADL members |
| Openness to virtual mobility | WHO usage yes, few barriers reported |