Accreditation Service for International Colleges
Educational organization of the United Kingdom
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The Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC) is a private educational agency based in the United Kingdom that accredits UK-based and international schools, universities, and other education providers.[3]
AbbreviationASIC
Formation2007
LegalstatusNon-Profit[1]
PurposeAssuring UK border reporting, and quality assurance services to independent colleges and universities
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| Abbreviation | ASIC |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2007 |
| Legal status | Non-Profit[1] |
| Purpose | Assuring UK border reporting, and quality assurance services to independent colleges and universities |
| Location |
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Region served | UK and Global |
| Members | ENQA (affiliate), CHEA IQG, EDEN, NAFSA, BQF, UN Academic Impact Continuing Professional Development Professional Development |
Chairman | Maurice Dimmock |
Main organ | ASIC Board |
| Website | asicuk |
ASIC has been appointed by the United Kingdom Government's Home Office UK Border Agency to accredit private UK colleges for visa purposes.[citation needed] In this capacity, ASIC distinguishes colleges that actually provide educational services from bogus institutions that allow international students to obtain fraudulent visas.[4][5]
Higher Education authorization
Primary and secondary authorization
Indonesia - ASIC is a recognized accreditor.[10]