Student Rights
The Students' Union is here to represent your academic interests and improve your education. A key part of this relies on you, as students, being aware of your rights and what you should expect from your academic experience.
The Student Rights hub is host to a mini-series of blogs all about this, ensuring you have all the tools you need to successfully complete your studies.
Personal Tutors
Your personal tutor is there to support you throughout your university journey, but what exactly does that include and what happens if things aren't working out? All that and more is covered in this quick five minute read.
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Using The Library
Did you know every student is given £10 per academic term as printing credit? Or that you can request for books to be brought in using the inter-library system? We go into detail about pretty much all the services you can access and more in this blog.
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Attendance
In this article, Kate will let you know about both your requirements to attend, the steps you can take if you are unable to meet this, and your rights around your attendance.
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Extensions
Extensions are there for you as students when something unexpected happens. This blog gives you the lowdown on extensions, when you should apply for one and how you can request them.
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Misconduct Panels
An academic misconduct panel is a meeting held if you have been accused of an assessment offence, whether through accident or not. Find out what constitutes an assessment offence and how you can avoid plagiarism when you submit your work.
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Feedback
Is your feedback constructive, clear about your academic performance and being returned within a 20 working day period? If the answer to any of those questions is no, we're here to help!
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Exam Access Arrangements
Available if you are unable to sit exams under standard examination conditions, due to a disability or another condition, EAAs allow you to perform to your best ability in an exam without compromising academic standards.
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Extenuating Circumstances
We know that sometimes life happens slap bang in the middle of assignments. For times like these, there are extenuating circumstances. Find out what they are, when you should apply for them, and how you can get help with them.
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Appeals
You won't always receive a grade or an outcome you are happy with. If you just think you should have received a better grade, you are not able to appeal this decision as it is classed as academic judgement. However, some decisions about your academic outcomes are open to appeal.
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PGR Annual Reviews and upgrades
Find out what the PGR annual reviews and upgrade processes are, what to do if you have any queries around this process, and where to access support if needed.
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