The Quality Assurance Policy of the Department of English Language and Literature of the NKUA aims at the continuous improvement of the academic and administrative performance of the Department, ensuring high quality education and research, in accordance with international and national standards.
The main pillars of the policy are the promotion of excellence, innovation and transparency, with special emphasis on critical thinking and academic ethics. Continuous evaluation, feedback and adaptation to the needs of students and society are fundamental elements of the Department's strategy.
The policy is implemented through continuous improvement and innovation, with the regular evaluation and upgrading of curricula, the use of modern technologies and innovative teaching methods.
The Department promotes inclusiveness and collaboration, encouraging dialogue between students, faculty and alumni, while fostering an environment of equality and inclusion, ensuring equal opportunities and support for all members of the academic community.
Academic excellence and research are central objectives, and the Department supports the research activities of faculty members and students, while particular emphasis is placed on the professional development of students through practicum.
Artificial intelligence tools can be useful in the educational process, but students must use them responsibly and in a legitimate manner. Under certain conditions, students may use AI as an auxiliary tool in their research, always adhering to sound academic practice, as explicitly stated below, and verifying the accuracy and validity of the information produced. It is important to use AI tools in a way that supports, rather than replaces, our own ideas and creativity.
Regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence tools, the Department of English Language and Literature, in accordance with Article 18 of the Code of Ethics of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, stipulates the following:
a. The use of AI tools as a learning aid is encouraged and is in keeping with sound educational practice, but students should apply critical thinking when doing so.
b. Direct copying from AI tools in assignments, exercises, and exams is prohibited. Instructors have the option of using digital detection tools to confirm the use of AI, bearing in mind that there is a margin of error in the results of such tools. In the event of unauthorized use of AI by students, further disciplinary measures may be taken by the instructor of the relevant course or by the Department.
c. When using AI tools to complete assignments, students must state in writing which AI tool they used and how they used it.
d. Instructors may adjust the assessment methods to ensure the integrity of the educational process (e.g., the assessment of assignments or written exams may be supplemented with an oral exam).
The Gender Equality Committee is an advisory body of the NKUA and its mission is to promote gender equality and combat discrimination on the basis of gender, race or ethnic origin, religion or belief, health/disability, age or sexual orientation at all levels of operation and in all processes and activities of academic life.
The equal access policy ensures that all students, regardless of gender, race, nationality, religion, socio-economic status or ability, have equal opportunities to participate in education and academic life. Through the implementation of actions that promote diversity and inclusion, the Department of English Language and Literature empowers the student community and helps to create an inclusive environment that fosters learning, respect and collaboration.
The members of the NKUA community may visit the webpage of the Accessibility Unit of the NKUA for more information.
For the Department of English Language and Literature, Professor Angeliki Tzanne (email: atzanne@enl.uoa.gr) and Dr. Angelos Evangelos (email: aevang@enl.uoa.gr) have been appointed Accessibility Advisors to support students with special educational needs. More information available at: https://en.enl.uoa.gr/studies/accessibility_unit