GUIDELINES FOR THE RECOGNITION OF TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (TVET) INSTITUTIONS TO OFFER BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES
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The provision of Bachelor’s degree programmes within the Technical and
Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sub-sector marks a significant step in
expanding access to higher-level technical education and strengthening
Tanzania’s capacity to produce a competent, innovative, and work-ready
workforce. As the demand for applied knowledge and practical skills continues to
grow in both local and global economies, there is an increasing need to ensure
that institutions offering such programmes meet clearly defined and consistently
enforced quality Criterions.
This document has been developed by the National Council for Technical and
Vocational Education and Training (NACTVET) as part of its regulatory mandate
to coordinate, regulate, and assure the quality of technical education and training
in Tanzania. It sets out the minimum requirements and procedures for the
recognition of TVET institutions intending to offer Bachelor’s degree programmes
under the National Technical Awards (NTA) framework.
The guidelines outlined in this document provide a comprehensive framework for
assessing institutional readiness and programme quality. They cover critical areas
such as institutional governance, infrastructure, academic staffing, curriculum
design, research and innovation, student support, financial sustainability, and
compliance with regulatory and professional Criterions. The document further
outlines the application, evaluation, approval, certification, and monitoring
processes necessary to ensure consistent quality across institutions.
The preparation of this document involved wide consultation with key stakeholders,
including TVET institutions, Professional Regulatory Authorities, industry experts,
and education policymakers. Their contributions have been invaluable in ensuring
that the guidelines are contextually relevant, practical, and aligned with national
development goals and international best practices.
It is expected that these guidelines will serve not only as a regulatory tool but also
as a roadmap for institutional self-improvement and capacity building. Institutions
are encouraged to use this document as a benchmark for planning, implementing,
and evaluating their Bachelor’s degree programmes.
NACTVET remains committed to supporting institutions in meeting these
Criterions and in fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and accountability in the
delivery of technical and vocational education and training in Tanzania.
Dr. Mwajuma I. Lingwanda
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
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GUIDELINES FOR THE RECOGNITION OF TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING (TVET) INSTITUTIONS TO OFFER BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES
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NACTVET,(2025)