Self-Assessment

The Self-Assessment process allows universities to evaluate their own internationalization capacity before the formal expert review.
The purpose of self-assessment is to encourage institutional reflection and increase awareness of current strengths, challenges, and development opportunities.

Self-Assessment Areas

• Governance and leadership
• International strategy
• International office capacity
• Academic programs
• Research activities
• International partnerships
• Student services
• Digital infrastructure
• Rankings and visibility
• Resource allocation

Benefits of Self-Assessment

• Promotes institutional awareness
• Identifies priority areas for improvement
• Supports evidence-based planning
• Facilitates stakeholder engagement
• Reduces implementation risks

Assessment Scale

Universities are evaluated according to five readiness levels:

• Level 1 – Initial
• Level 2 – Emerging
• Level 3 – Developing
• Level 4 – Advanced
• Level 5 – Internationally Mature

The self-assessment results provide the starting point for the comprehensive IRAF evaluation process.