Andorra Publishes Microcredentials Code, Approves Philosophy Bachelor's Degree

The Andorran Ministry of Institutional Relations, Education and Universities has published a code of good practices for microcredentials, setting clear criteria for short-duration training programmes offered by the Principat's legally established universities. The document aims to ensure these courses are transparent, high-quality and aligned with labour market needs, helping individuals update skills and boost employability.

Developed in collaboration with the Andorran Agency for Quality in Higher Education and the universities, the code defines what qualifies as a microcredential in Andorra and specifies the information required on diplomas. This allows students, employers and the public to easily recognise such qualifications, understand their scope and trust their value. Universities hold responsibility for quality assurance, with courses required to feature clear learning outcomes tied to real-world professional demands. The framework also enables recognition of prior professional experience.

Microcredentials are brief courses—shorter than a bachelor's or master's degree—focused on specific professional competencies. They suit people seeking to reskill, expand knowledge or adapt to evolving job market requirements without long-term study commitments.

In related higher education news, the Council of Ministers has approved the state title for a bachelor's degree in philosophy, proposed by Minister Ladislau Baró. The decree outlines minimum common features that higher education institutions must include in study plans if offering the programme.

The degree prepares graduates for professional roles in analysis, advisory, management and communication, in public or private sectors, emphasising critical thinking, synthesis, logical reasoning and ethical or aesthetic sensitivity. Key employment areas include education, cultural management, communications, publishing, public bodies, non-governmental organisations and private firms focused on social responsibility and ethics.

The title originated from a request by Tech Global University, which plans to add it to its offerings in coming academic years.