AY

A named annual performance-assessment or appraisal cycle in organisations that use this label.

Example: The revised appraisal framework applies from Assessment Year 2025.

Also known as: performance assessment year, appraisal year

Context: Do not confuse this organisation-specific use of AY with Academic Year, or with IRAS's Year of Assessment (YA).

The annual period used to organise teaching, learning, enrolment and academic administration.