Our assessment practice is defined in University and school codes of practice on assessment which align to the relevant University Ordinances.
Academic Misconduct is taken very seriously. The procedure described here applies to all taught students and for those with taught elements within their research degrees.
The guide explains the role of the invigilator in an ad hoc assessment and provides advice to support the invigilator in carrying out their role.
This Code brings together and updates recommendations initially agreed considered by the Learning and Teaching Board in 2010 and 2011 following the introduction of the Blackboard VLE in 2009.
The University gives general information relating to assessment of students in its Code of Practice on Assessment.
Inclusiveness is one of the core University values. This framework explains how we will incorporate inclusiveness throughout our cultures, business and day-to-day organisational practice.
In cases where a student habitually fails to attend teaching, and the Unsatisfactory Students Procedure has been followed, sometimes it is appropriate to exclude the student from assessment.
The Student Counselling team may provide letters of support for students claiming mitigating circumstances, or letters confirming attendance for counselling.
Ordinances define the qualifications the University awards and the associated regulations. They form part of the University Constitution.
This policy, intended for the guidance of students and academic staff, relates to the proof-reading of any text to be submitted as part of academic course work, including dissertations.
Students can be 'referred' if they have seriously or repeatedly failed examinations. In some instances it is possible for a student to be excluded from the University without previous warning.
The Special Cases Committee takes decisions relating to student progression in cases which fall outside the normal institutional regulations.