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Overview of National Qualification frameworks - Project-Nqf-Sqf

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1 Structure and levels <strong>of</strong> NQFFor countries that already have an NQF or plan to introduce an NQF:__ How many levels does/will the NQF have?The German NQF (DQR) has 8 levels__ What kind <strong>of</strong> descriptors are/will be used (learning outcomes, dimensions)?Learning outcomes in the dimensions subject related competence (Fachkompetenz) and PersonalCompetence (Social Competence and Selfcompetence/Independence). The term Competence in theGerman QF is used in the sense <strong>of</strong> a comprehensive pr<strong>of</strong>essional competence and not compatiblewith the term competence - as a dimension <strong>of</strong> qualification - used in the EQF.__ Are the same descriptors used for all qualifications/sectors?No__ Define the NQF’s typology: Does it have a focus on coordinating the existing system (transparency,coherence), a focus on regulating the existing system (quality, accountability) or a focus ontransforming system (new standards and new provision)?Focus on coordinating__ Are there already revisions <strong>of</strong> the NQF planned?NoFor countries that don’t plan to introduce an NQF:__Are there plans to implement the EQF? If so, please describe.2 Segments <strong>of</strong> the educational system__ Which segments <strong>of</strong> the educational system are differentiated in your country (e.g. GeneralEducation, Vocational schools / dual system 1 , VET, Higher Education, Adult Education)? Pleasegive a short survey in note form.General Education : according to our federal system we have different types <strong>of</strong> schools (Grundschule(1.-4- Schuljahr) Hauptschule (5.-9.Schuljahr), Realschule (6.-10- Schuljahr, Übertritt nach 1. JahrHauptschule), Gymnasium (Übertritt nach 4. Klasse Grundschule oder 5. Klasse oder nach Beendingungder realschule mit Prüfung und Wiederholung der 10. Klasse) oder Gesamtschule)Berufsschule/Vocational school in combination with vacational education and training in companiesVET system / dual System (3 Referencing the EQF1 Dual system: In countries such as in Austria or Germany apprenticeship training takes places at two differentsites: company-based training <strong>of</strong> apprentices is complemented by compulsory attendance <strong>of</strong> a part-time vocationalPage 3/5

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