Uniped is a scientific unit at University of Stavanger. Our primary function is to enhance the quality of education and support the professional development of academic staff in alignment with national guidelines and UiS's commitment to educational excellence.
Our Role
Uniped's work is guided by a comprehensive framework of national regulations and institutional guidelines.
This includes Parliamentary Report 16 (2016-2017) "Culture for quality in higher education," which emphasizes the importance of educational activities and teaching competence.
Our practices align with the university's Guidelines for appointment and promotion, particularly section 2.2, which mandates pedagogical and didactic expertise for teaching staff.
We also adhere to the new national regulations for appointment to teaching and research positions, as outlined in § 3-8 and § 3-9 of the regulations for the University and University College Act. These regulations underscore the need for formal training and significant contributions to educational quality.
Our goals
We aim to:
- Promote evidence-based teaching practices
- Facilitate the development of pedagogical competence among academic staff
- Contribute to the implementation of national educational quality standards
Our initiatives are designed to address the evolving needs of higher education in the context of technological advancements and changing educational paradigms.