We are pleased to announce that our Bachelor programmes in Fine Art and Design received a positive review during the accreditation visit on November 20 and 21. The programmes were evaluated positively across all standards. The panel commended the clear development of the programmes and provided valuable feedback on their strengths.
It expressed appreciation for the quality of the student journeys, the strong research and interdisciplinary components, and the diversity and consistency reflected in our students’ work. The panel also noted positively our forward-looking approach and the choices we are making, as well as the use of Brightspace and the support provided by the SCC team.
Alongside these positive points, the panel offered several constructive recommendations, such as further investing in partnerships and alumni relations, and improving workspaces for students. Increasing the role of peer feedback within assessments was also highlighted as a promising area for development.
This positive review confirms that we are making strong progress within the WdKA. We would like to thank all students, staff, and partners who contributed to this excellent result, and we look forward with confidence to the next steps in our development.
The Bachelor Fine Art and Desgn programmes are up for reaccreditation in 2026. Reaccreditation means that WdKA c.q. RUAS will continue to be able to issue diplomas representing internationally recognised, in this case, bachelor’s degrees for another six years. Prior to this accreditation visit, an independent panel gave a positive review of our Fine Art & Design programmes, which consist of 11 majors.
We expect the official report following the positive assessment to be issued shortly. Formal accreditation will then be granted by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO). Accreditation means that Willem de Kooning Academy (as part of Rotterdam Univerisity of Applied Sciences) will be able to award internationally recognised diplomas, in this case bachelor's degrees, for another six years.
