Student regulations, policies and procedures

Here you'll find a list of University rules and regulations that relate to your studies and assessment
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This page is a one-stop shop for all student-related regulations, policies and procedures. If you are studying at a partner institution, please also take a look at information for partner students for further information.

Academic regulations and procedures 


These regulations, policies and procedures include those affecting both your academic experience and wider university life.
Please note, these are regulations based on academic progression and awards. Students subject to immigration control should be aware that there may be additional restrictions on their progression. Information about current Student visa (formerly Tier 4) requirements is available from the International Student Advice (ISA).
These are the standard University academic regulations. Students must also refer to their programme documentation, where any non-standard regulations will be explained. 

Academic Regulations 2023–24 (in full)
Academic Regulations 2022–23 (in full)  

Exceptional (Force Majeure) Academic Regulations 2023–24 

Specialised academic regulatory frameworks 
Assessment and academic progression
Postgraduate research
Standard regulations related to research degrees are included in the full academic regulations, sections A–E, above.
General academic procedures 

Student life policies


General 
Equality and diversity
Library, computing and information management
Student complaints
Student finance policies
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Complaints and appeals

If you have any concerns to raise, or are experiencing problems and difficulties, the Complaints and Appeals Office are here to help.
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Student handbook 

The student handbook is an A to Z guide of useful information and student-focused services.