A university is a complex community and, like any community, we need regulations, policies and codes of conduct.
These are designed to protect and maintain two vital areas for you and the university:
These rules and regulations are complex and we don't expect you to know them all in detail. However, you need to know that they exist and their relevance to you as a student. The student contract comprises the main terms and conditions, a summary of the key terms and the regulations and policies listed below.
You may also have other contractual arrangements with other organisations, such as the Student Loans Company or accommodation provider. Make sure that you understand these separate arrangements.
All of the documents listed are available to download as pdfs unless stated otherwise.
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Understand your part in our #NeverOK pledge
We want to create a community at Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ where everyone is safe, and we all must play our part in that. We expect you to before you begin your course. This training explores conversations around consent and sexual relationships. We understand the subjects covered may be emotive or triggering, and we accept some individuals may have good reasons for not participating.
Academic regulations ensure that all students are treated in a fair way – from your admission to the university, to assessments and the qualifications that you are awarded. They describe the academic conduct expected of our students and staff, and set out criteria for making judgements about students’ academic performance. They also protect the academic standing of the university and the academic integrity of our awards.
General policies and guidance provide students with a safe and supportive environment to study, learn and socialise. All Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ students and staff are expected to take responsibility for this, giving everyone the opportunity to realise their full potential.
This document covers the main terms and conditions of the contractual relationship between you and the university, including the applicant stage. It highlights items that might be of particular interest, including our tuition fee policy, course changes and complaint handling.
This document answers basic contractual questions that we are asked most often by applicants and students. It also explains important and sometimes unfamiliar terms that form part of your student contract.
In limited circumstances, students have a right to cancel their contract with the university.
Admissions
Academic regulations
Academic regulations for research degree students (University of Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½, and Âé¶¹¹û¶³´«Ã½ and Sussex Medical School)
Access and participation plan
Data protection
Disciplinary procedure
Fitness to practise
Fitness to study
Fees
Information technology
Student protection plan
We encourage students to try and resolve any concerns with their course, facilities or other university provision, by speaking to your school complaints officer first. This is so that matters can be resolved quickly and locally where possible. We recognise that this is not always possible, so further details of how to bring a formal complaint or an academic appeal are listed here.
Find out more about making a complaint.
Find out more about making an academic appeal.
There are a number of additional policies and other documents with which students are expected to comply.
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