Quality culture: the concern of the entire EPFL community
EPFL is committed to a continuous process of improvement. Here you will learn how you can participate in spreading the institution’s quality culture.

EPFL – Alain Herzog
The 3 levels assessed

Institutional accreditation
Institutional accreditation is mandatory according to the Federal Act on Funding and Coordination of the Swiss Higher Education Sector (Higher Education Act, HEdA).

Evaluation of EPFL’s Schools and Colleges
In accordance with Article 10a of ETH Law, the ETH Board requires an external evaluation of the faculties and colleges of the EPFL every 8 years.

Programme accreditation
In 2022, the accreditation of fourteen programs will be renewed. In addition, five new programs will also be accredited for the first time
Quality management
The EPFL’s Direction has implemented a quality management policy based on continuous improvement of its organization, structures and processes.