Learning and Teaching Policies

The University often needs to put in place a range of temporary policies and procedures related to learning, teaching or assessment. This information is provided here on the Policy Bank and is updated annually.

2025/26 Key Information

• 2025/26 Learning and Teaching Planning Assumptions and Key Messages for Teaching Teams

The following policies have been modified for 2025/26 (details of changes can be found in the Get Set Information):

• Student Engagement and Attendance Policy
• Student Academic Misconduct Policy
• Assessment policies relating to security of off-campus & off-line marking and to scheduling of coursework.
• Recognition of Prior Learning: new criteria on awards.
• Policy and procedures on Programme Titles, Courses & Learning Outcomes
• Policy on Discretionary Award of Credits
• Engineering Council’s Condonement and Compensation Policy have been produced.
• Minor updates: Block Teaching, Business Approval of Programmes, English Language Requirements, Exams and Other Assessments in Different time zones.

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