Regulations Handbook

This Regulations Handbook is the University’s definitive reference point for all academic and non-academic regulations and policies. It includes the University’s assessment framework, including regulations for taught first and higher degrees, academic misconduct, mitigating circumstances, complaints and appeals, examinations. It also includes general regulations relating to students of the University including admission and registration, the library and IT resources, student welfare, equality and diversity, data protection, and the environment.

Section 1 – Introduction and Key Dates

• 1.1 Preface from the Vice Chancellor (PDF)
• 1.2 Principles and Values (PDF)
• 1.3 Dates of Terms (PDF)

Section 2 – Admissions Regulations

• 2.1 Admissions Terms and Conditions for Prospective Students (PDF)
• 2.2 Applicants Appeals and Complaints Procedure (PDF)
  • 2.2a Applicant Appeals and Complaints Appeal Form (Word)
  • 2.2b Applicant Appeals and Complaints Request for Review Form (Word)
• 2.3 Tier 4 Visa Compliance Policy (PDF)

Section 3 – Academic Regulations And Structures

• 3.1 Degree Programme Structure (PDF)
• 3.2 Free Choice Modules (Word)
• 3.3 General Regulations for First Degrees (Word)
  • 3.3.1 Transfer of Studies Form (Word)
  • 3.3.2 Suspension of Studies Form (Word)
  • 3.3.3 Withdrawal Form (Word)
  • 3.3.4 Associate Student Authorisation Form (Word)
  • 3.3.5 Flow chart for late coursework (Word)
• 3.4 General Regulations for Higher Degrees (PDF)
• 3.5 Examination Rules for Candidates (PDF)
• 3.6a Academic Misconduct Policy and Procedures (PDF)
  • 3.6b Academic Misconduct Appeals Form (Word)
• 3.7 Mitigating Circumstances Policy and Procedure (PDF)
• 3.8a Academic Appeals Policy and Procedure (PDF)
  • 3.8b Academic Appeals Form (Word)

Section 4 – Convocation

• 4.1 Prizes (PDF)
  • 4.1b Prize Nomination Form (Word)
• 4.2 Regulations for Academic Dress (PDF)
• 4.3 Honorary Graduates (PDF)
• 4.4 The University of Buckingham Foundation (PDF)
• 4.5 Honorary Appointments Policy (PDF)
  • 4.5.1 Honorary Appointments Nomination Form (Word)
• 4.6 Honorary Awards Policy (PDF)
  • 4.6.1 Honorary Awards Nomination Form and Summary Report (Word)

Section 5 – General Policies and Regulations

• 5.1 General Information on Studying at Buckingham (PDF)
• 5.2 Student Services (Word)
• 5.3 General Regulations for Students of the University (Word)
• 5.4 Payments Procedure (PDF)
• 5.5a Student Complaints Policy and Procedure (PDF)
  • 5.5b Student Complaints Form (Word)
  • 5.5c Student Complaints Request for Review (Word)
• 5.6 Library Rules General (PDF)
• 5.7 Policy on Alcohol (PDF)
• 5.8 Policy on Drugs and Dangerous Substances (PDF)
• 5.9 University Good Neighbour Guide (PDF)
• 5.10 Social Media Policy (PDF)
• 5.11 Safeguarding Young and Vulnerable People Policy (PDF)
• 5.12a Mental Health Policy (PDF)
  • 5.12b Mental Health Policy Flowchart (PDF)
• 5.13 Dignity at Work and Study Policy & Procedures (PDF)
• 5.14 Equality and Diversity Policy (Word) 
• 5.15 Assistance Dogs Policy for Students (Word)
• 5.16 Green Flag Marking Policy (Word)
• 5.17 Teacher, Student, Staff Relationships Policy (PDF)
• 5.18 Prevent Policy (PDF)
• 5.19 Use of University Data and Networks (including Email Policy) (Word)
• 5.20 Environmental Policy (PDF)
• 5.21 Health and Safety Policy (PDF)
• 5.22 General Policy and Procedure on Fire (PDF)