Student Handbook Contents

Useful Contacts
The Charter for Higher Education
Mission Statement
Introduction to the University

History and Structure
Staff
Student Participation
The Teaching Year

Semester Dates
The Teaching and Assessment Timetable
Approved list of calculators for use in University examinations
Undergraduate Programme Structure

Modules, Credits and Student Workload
Attendance and Leave of Absence
Programme Regulations
Student Feedback
How Your Work is Marked
Assessment and Classification
Assessment Decisions
Plagiarism
Eligibility for Assessment
Viva Examinations
Automated Assessment Systems
Academic Transcripts
Transfers
Sandwich Year
Outstanding Debts
Postgraduate Programme Structure

Modules, Credits and Student Workload
Attendance and Leave of Absence
Programme Regulations
Student Feedback
How Your Work is Marked
Assessment and Classification
Assessment Decisions
Plagiarism
Eligibility for Assessment
Viva Examinations
Automated Assessment Systems
Academic Transcripts
Outstanding Debts
Impaired Performance

If You are Ill or Have another Problem
Postgraduate Project or Dissertation Extensions
Academic Appeals

Grounds for Appeal
Making an Appeal
Appeal Procedure
Reassessment

Undergraduate Students
Postgraduate Students
Academic Misconduct

What is Academic Misconduct?
Potential Penalties for Academic Misconduct
..... Minor Offences
..... Major Offences
Plagiarism
..... Detecting Plagiarism
Collaborative Work
Learning Support

Learning Skills
Mathematics Learning Support Centre
Other Support
University Library
Copyright
Student Hub
Computing Services
Learning Resources Centre
Evening Classes
Quality Assurance and Enhancement
Prizes and Awards
University Administration

The Research Student Office
The Student Enquiries Office
The Graduation Office
Alumni
Data Protection

General
Car Parking
HEFCE, HESA & LSA
Learning and Skills Act 2000: Connexions
Other Statutory Disclosures
References
Publication of Results
Graduation Ceremonies
Disclosures to Auditors
Students' Union
Disclosures to University Insurers and the Health and Safety Executive
What happens to my information after I graduate?
Electorial Registration
Third Party Service Providers for University Business
Fees, Charges and Student Financial Support

Student Finance Direct Support Notification Form
Surcharges and Penalties
Late Registration Fee
Late Module Registration Fee

Permitted Repeat Attempt Tuition Fees

UK Undergraduate and PGCE Bursaries and Scholarships
Hardship
Fee Status
Programme Placement
The Students' Union

Facilities and Services
Rag / Action / Label / Media
Athletic Union
Membership
Students' Union Executive
Facilities for Students

Student Accommodation Centre
... Halls of Residence
... Accommodation available off campus in the Private Sector
Arts Centre
Dental Service
Design and Print Services
Intellectual Property Office
University mail services
Sport and Recreation ...
... Sports Scholarships ...
Department of Student Services
... Careers Service
... English Language Study Unit
... Dyslexia Support
... Pre-sessional Courses
... In-Sessional Classes and Individual Help
... International Students' Programme
... Advice & Support for International Students
... Counselling Service
... Disabilities and Additional Needs
... Assessment Procedures for Additional Needs
... Mental Health Support Team
... Medical Services
... Religion, Faith and Spirituality
Equal Opportunities

Code of Practice
Harassment
Misuse of the Internet
Equality and Diversity Actions
Health and Safety and the Environment
Security

Crime Prevention
Car Parking
Lost Property
Insurance Cover
Discipline

Student Behaviour
Student Discipline
Alcohol
Complaints
The Fine Print and Further Information (Extracts from University Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and Codes of Practice)