Association of recognised accreditation and quality assurance agencies in Europe
News and events
ECA offer several online services for its members and stakeholders
Higher Education in a European Context: An introduction to Quality Assurance on an International level Training
You are cordially invited to the ECA Training “Higher Education in a European Context: An introduction to Quality Assurance on an International level” which will take place
European Approach for Quality Assurance of Joint Programmes Training
We are pleased to invite you to the ECA Training “European Approach for Quality Assurance of Joint Programmes” which will take place on 4 and 5 June 2026
Higher Education in a European Context: An introduction to Quality Assurance on an International level Training
You are cordially invited to the ECA Training “Higher Education in a European Context: An introduction to Quality Assurance on an International level” which will take place
European Approach for Quality Assurance of Joint Programmes Training
We are pleased to invite you to the ECA Training “European Approach for Quality Assurance of Joint Programmes” which will take place on 4 and 5 June 2026
Join us in Stockholm
ECA Members and Observers are warmly invited to the upcoming Seminar and General Assembly, which will focus on Quality Assurance of Research and can be combined with two
About Us
The European Consortium for Accreditation in higher education (ECA) is an association of recognised accreditation and quality assurance agencies in Europe. The vision of ECA is to act as an internationally acknowledged driver of innovation in accreditation and quality assurance in higher education. With its expertise, networking and services ECA contributes to the implementation of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA), promotes internationalisation of higher education and “state of the art” activities of its members.
Services and Projects
ECA offers a range of services to higher education institutions and quality assurance and accreditation agencies and participates in (EU funded) projects.
Unique European Expert register featuring a wide network of experienced QA professionals in higher education.
Internationalisation
Internationalisation can contribute to the overall quality of higher education. ECA awards HEI with a Certificate for Quality in Internationalisation – CeQuInt.
Training Academy
Enhance your skills, boost your confidence and join a network of peers. ECA Training Academy offers a chance to update your skills.
Working Groups
Participation in working groups offers ECA members and observers the chance to learn from each other and discuss the latest developments and projects in QA and accreditation.
Webinars
Members and stakeholders are invited to take part in webinars to share knowledge and information on quality assurance and accreditation issues.
EU Projects
ECA contributes to the EHEA implementation and to international QA development through innovative project work and with a strong pool of experts.