The Switzerland Truly International™ HEI

Power of Dual Systems in Education

SIMI Swiss is an international higher education institute that combines the excellence of Swiss private higher education with the national recognition of the United Kingdom.


Through its Dual-Degree Undergraduate System, SIMI maximises graduates’ opportunities for global employability and academic progression.

Switzerland

A qualification recognised in Switzerland within the Non-Regulated Professional group — qualifications that are privately accredited and not subject to federal regulation under HEdA (SR 414.11).

Read more: HERE

United Kingdom

Nationally recognised across the United Kingdom through the Ofqual (UK.Gov) Awarding Body framework, ensuring official recognition within England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE on the Ofqual Register of Regulated Qualifications.
  • Read more HERE on the Register of Awarding Organisations.
  • Read more HERE about qualification levels across the UK.
  • Read more HERE on Ofqual’s public register.

Europe

Thanks to the alignment between the RQF and the EQF, the qualification is comparable across Europe and can support recognition by institutions throughout the European region.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE about the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).
  • Read more HERE in the EQF Brochure (CEDEFOP).
  • Read more HERE to explore EQF referencing reports.

Australia

Thanks to the alignment between the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and other national frameworks such as the RQF and EQF, the qualification is internationally comparable and facilitates recognition in Australia and across global education systems.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE on the Australian Qualifications Framework.
  • Read more HERE from TEQSA about AQF standards.
  • Read more HERE from ASQA on AQF levels for VET programmes.

Africa

Through the alignment with the African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF), the qualification is comparable within African national frameworks and facilitates recognition across the continent.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE on the African Continental Qualifications Framework.
  • Read more HERE about ACQF validation and implementation.
  • Read more HERE in the Global Inventory of National and Regional Qualifications Frameworks (CEDEFOP/ETF/UNESCO/UIL).

MENA

Within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, many countries operate National Qualifications Frameworks (NQFs) that are aligned or referenced to international systems such as the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Owing to these alignments, the qualification is internationally comparable and may be recognised by institutions and authorities across the MENA region in accordance with national regulations.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE in the ETF report on Regional Qualifications Framework Initiatives around the globe.
  • Read more HERE on Jordan’s NQF referencing the EQF.
  • Read more HERE on Bahrain’s National Qualifications Framework.

ASEAN

Within the ASEAN region, member states operate their own National Qualifications Frameworks (NQFs), which are referenced to the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF). Owing to the correlation between the RQF, EQF, and AQRF, the qualification is regionally comparable and supports recognition across ASEAN countries in accordance with national and regional regulations.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE on the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework.
  • Read more HERE in the ASEAN Practical Guide to the AQRF.
  • Read more HERE in the ETF overview of regional frameworks.

USA

In the United States, there is no single national qualifications framework. However, qualifications regulated by Ofqual (UK.Gov) or referenced to international frameworks such as the EQF are generally assessed for equivalency through credential evaluation services recognised by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), supporting academic and professional recognition across the U.S.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE on Accreditation in the U.S. (Department of Education).
  • Read more HERE in the Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions (DAPIP).
  • Read more HERE on the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
  • Read more HERE via EducationUSA – Understanding U.S. Accreditation.

Canada

In Canada, the recognition of qualifications is guided by the Canadian Qualifications Framework and coordinated through the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC). Owing to the referencing relationships between the CQF and international frameworks such as the EQF and RQF, the qualification is internationally comparable and may be recognised by Canadian institutions and employers.

Official References:

  • Read more HERE on the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC).
  • Read more HERE about Qualifications Frameworks in Canada.
  • Read more HERE on the Government of Canada’s Foreign Credential Recognition Program.

Important Notice:

The information above describes the recognition of the Dual Qualification System of SIMI Swiss. These references are based on official government sources and the respective national and regional qualifications frameworks. However, according to international practice, recognition is never automatic. Each receiving institution, country, or competent authority applies its own additional regulations and assessment criteria. Learners are strongly encouraged to verify the recognition status and acceptance of their qualifications before enrolment.

Please note that the referenced information is subject to change by the relevant government authorities without prior notice.

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