Expectations - which succinctly express the outcomes providers should achieve in setting and maintaining the standards of their awards, and for managing the quality of their provision.
Core and Common practices - which represent effective ways of working that underpin the delivery of the Expectations and will deliver positive outcomes for students. Core and Common practices remain part of the quality frameworks in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland but in England institutions need to comply with the and conditions of registration.
Advice and guidance - which comprises sector-developed themes, and is designed to support providers in developing and maintaining effective quality assurance practices. This is not mandatory for providers, but illustrative of a range of possible approaches.
While the Quality Code does not represent regulatory requirements for institutions based in England, those providers can choose to use the Quality Code to satisfy themselves that their quality processes support enhancement above the baseline.