Recent Changes to the University Calendar
Revisions to Regulation 41
The delegated authority to invoke Regulation 41 has changed from the Steering Committee to the University Executive Board (UEB), when a quorate meeting of the Senate cannot be held (Senate minute 081b-S100620). On 9 November 2020, the Vice Chancellor took Chair’s action on behalf of the Senate to approve amendments to Regulation 41, to reflect the 10 June 2020 Senate decision in the University Calendar.
Revisions to Regulation 6.3
On 11 August 2020, the Chair of Senate approved amendments to Regulation 6.3 by Chair's action, with changes taking effect immediately.
- Regulation 6 (Regulations for Admissions to the University)
Rationale: Revisions to this regulation to include a direct reference to refusal to admit due to unwelcome behaviour (in person or online). The amendments clarify for potential students (on application or an existing offer holder, i.e before enrolment) the University's expectations on their behaviour.
Revisions to Regulation 8.10
On 15 July 2020, the Chair of Senate approved amendments to Regulation 8.10 by Chair's action, with changes taking effect immediately.
- Regulation 8.10 (Regulations for the Degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)
Rationale: Revisions to this regulation in respect of the MBChB that are neccessary to support exam board decision making.
Revisions to Regulation 23
On 14 July 2020, the Senate via Chairs Action, approved minor amendments to the following University Regulation, with changes taking immediate effect.
- Regulation 23 (Student Disciplinary Offences)
Rationale: Minor revisions to ensure consistency throughout the Regulation
Revisions to Regulations 27 and 23
On 8 July 2020, the University Council approved amendments to the following University Regulations, with changes taking immediate effect.
- Regulation 27 (On Campus - Residential Accommodation Regulations)
- Regulation 23 (Student Disciplinary Offences)
Rationale: Minor revisions to ensure consistency with across both Regulations.