Essential Westminster 2009-10

ESSENTIAL WESTmINSTEr
ESSENTIAL WESTMINSTER • STUDENT GUIDE • 2009/10

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WESTmINSTEr.AC.UK THE STUDENT GUIDE 2009/10: SUPPOrT • SErVICES • GUIDANCE

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CONTENTS
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION....................4 THE USE OF INFORMATION....................... 23

• MODULE AND END-OF-YEAR
WHATS NEW IN 2009/10..............................6
FEEDBACK QUESTIONNAIRES
INITIAL GUIDANCE..........................................7 • UNISTATS
• ENROLMENT FOR TAUGHT COURSES • FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND

DATA PROTECTION
• NEW STUDENTS ONLINE ENROLMENT INSTRUCTIONS
• WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO YOUR STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ... 25
ENROLMENT SESSION
• STUDENT RIGHTS
• WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT YOUR ENROLMENT SESSION
• STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
• CONTINUING STUDENTS
• CODES AND POLICIES
• BEFORE RETURNING TO UNIVERSITY
• ESSENTIAL REGULATIONS FOR STUDENTS
• YOUR STUDENT LOAN AND GRANT
• STUDENT CONDUCT
• HOW TO CONTACT THE RESEARCH DEGREES OFFICE
• ACADEMIC CONDUCT
• RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION TEAM
• EXAM AND COURSEWORK ASSESSMENT
• LOCATIONS AND CONTACTS
• PUBLICATION OF RESULTS
ACADEMIC GUIDANCE ............................. 13 • SPECIAL EXAM AND ASSESSMENT ARRANGEMENTS
• PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND • MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES

COURSE HANDBOOK • UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
• COMMUNICATION • APPEALS AND COMPLAINTS
• TUTORIAL AND STUDENT SUPPORT
UNIVERSITY SERVICES.................................. 29
• SRS WEB AND STUDENT MODULE PROFILES
• SERVICES FOR STUDENTS
• POLYLANG • COUNSELLING AND ADVICE SERVICE (CANDA)
• STUDY EXCHANGE PROGRAMME • JOBS AND CAREERS
• ACADEMIC WRITING • HOUSING
• LIBRARIES AND COMPUTING • STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES
• MARYLEBONE BOOKS • POLYCLINIC
• COPYRIGHT • CHAPLAINCY
• INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS • SPORT AND RECREATION
• RECORDING • STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES
OR DISABILITIES
STUDENT FINANCE ................................... 17 • HEALTH AND SAFETY
• TUITION FEES FOR TAUGHT COURSES • EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
• HOW TO PAY YOUR FEES
FINAL YEAR STUDENTS .............................. 35
• TUITION FEE LOANS
• TRANSCRIPTS AND AWARD CERTIFICATES
• OTHER FEES
• NATIONAL STUDENT SURVEY (NSS)
• RECOVERY OF DEBTS/DECLINED PAYMENTS
• DESTINATIONS OF LEAVERS FROM HIGHER
• STUDENT FINANCE
EDUCATION SURVEY (DLHE)
• STUDENTS FROM USA
• PRESENTATION CEREMONIES
• INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
• REFERENCES
• EMERGENCY FUNDS
• ALUMNI SERVICES
• COUNCIL TAX
ACADEMIC YEAR DATES ............................ 37
STUDENT PARTICIPATION ........................... 21
• STUDENT FEEDBACK ESSENTIAL WESTMINSTER
• UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER STUDENTS’ FEEDBACK FORM ...................................... 41
UNION (UWSU)
• FREEDOM OF SPEECH TERMS AND CONDITIONS ........................ 43
• MENTORING
• STUDENT AMBASSADOR SCHEME
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wElCOmE TO wESTmiNSTEr
ESSENTIAL WESTMINSTER – THE STUDENT GUIDE 2009/10 IS THE GUIDE TO ALL THE
ESSENTIAL INFORMATION YOU NEED TO ENROL AT THE UNIVERSITY AND MAKE THE
MOST OF YOUR TIME STUDYING HERE.
This handbook provides a summary of the key We are a cosmopolitan community in the heart of Europe’s
information you need, with web links which most diverse and vibrant capital city. Of some 22,000
students about 75 per cent are Bachelors level students and
take you to detailed information in each service
the other 25 per cent are either Masters students or those
department. You can also access the University’s conducting research for MPhil or PhD degrees. Our students
regulations online. come from around 150 different countries.
Please read this handbook and access the web links so you
Westminster’s ethos is captured by its mission of Educating
know what to expect when you enrol and what is expected
for Professional Life. The University has professional
of you in becoming a registered member of the University
recognition for courses in all core disciplines, whilst our
of Westminster.
learning support framework will help you develop the
Westminster has long-established traditions, from its earliest knowledge and skills needed to underpin your professional
days as the Royal Polytechnic Institution founded in London’s self-confidence.
West End in 1838. The University has recently completed a
Please keep this handbook as your guide throughout the
£125 million, 12-year, renewal of its buildings, to provide a
2009/10 year.
modern learning environment.
I hope you enjoy your time at Westminster, making lifelong
The teaching provision across the whole University has been
friends and doing well in your studies.
approved by the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency for Higher
Education (QAA). In addition, courses in Arabic, building, Evelyne Rugg
Chinese, communication and media, French, housing and Academic Registrar
surveying, integrated health, politics and international
relations, psychology, subjects allied to medicine, and
tourism have all been rated as excellent by the QAA.
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THE UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER IS A DIVERSE COMMUNITY OF STUDENTS AND
TEACHING, RESEARCH-ACTIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND SUPPORT STAFF.
The University’s emphasis on preparing and educating The University’s policies, procedures, codes and regulations
students for professional life is underpinned by its strong are designed to ensure that all students are treated
links with employers and professional bodies, which equitably, and to help safeguard the academic integrity of
foster creative and relevant course designs and research our awards. In signing the student enrolment form you are
programmes. The University’s current academic portfolio is agreeing to comply with the University’s policies, codes,
further strengthened by its UK and international partnerships, regulations and procedures, which will be amended from
Study Abroad, Exchange and Work Placement Schemes, time to time. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are
which benefit undergraduate and postgraduate familiar with the University’s regulations and procedures.
students alike. Definitive versions of all University publications are
published online. Hard copy reference publications are also
We sincerely hope that your time here will be enjoyable available in the University’s libraries and on request from
and beneficial and have designed this guide to assist you in the Academic Registrar’s Department.
achieving your personal, academic and vocational goals.
The individual sections signpost a comprehensive range We hope this information will prove to be useful, and we
of services and support, which should guide you through would welcome your comments and suggestions for future
the various stages of student life, as well as changing enhancements. There is a feedback form at the end of
and sometimes challenging circumstances. To assist you this handbook which you may return by post or
in accessing specific and up-to-date information, we have complete online.
created a series of online topic pages and user-friendly web
addresses, details of which are included in this handbook.
All students should familiarise themselves with the contents

of this handbook as it is important that you develop an
awareness of your rights and responsibilities as a student.
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whaT’S NEw iN 2009/10
ENVIRONMENTAL ETHOS: PARTICIPATE

ONE PLANET LIFESTYLE The Tomorrow’s Leaders Project is a student led project
which is one part of the University’s Corporate Sustainability
The University is working to improve its environmental
and Responsibility initiative. The Tomorrow’s Leaders
performance and these improvements are best achieved
Programme aims to increase all of our knowledge of
through everybody’s participation. It’s been calculated that
sustainability and social and community issues by coming
if everyone in the world lived like an average European,
together and educating each other (students, academics
we would need three planets. As we only have one planet,
and support staff alike). The ethos of this project is that
we need to take actions so that our lifestyles become
great ideas start with completely unrealistic thoughts, so
more sustainable.
feel free to contact us with any idea that you would like to
There are over 22,000 students at the University of undertake in and outside the University, and we’ll discuss
Westminster, so our individual everyday actions, small as whether we can take it further.
they may seem actually have the potential to make a
More information and to find out what the University is
huge difference.
doing visit westminster.ac.uk/sustainability
Climate change is one of the biggest challenges we face
this century. We invite you to support the One Planet
Lifestyle and reduce the University’s carbon footprint. You
can find out how to help using the web link at the end of
this section.
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• ENROLMENT FOR TAUGHT COURSES • BEFORE RETURNING TO UNIVERSITY
• NEW STUDENTS ONLINE ENROLMENT INSTRUCTIONS • YOUR STUDENT LOAN AND GRANT
• WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO YOUR ENROLMENT SESSION • HOW TO CONTACT THE RESEARCH DEGREES OFFICE
• WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT YOUR ENROLMENT SESSION • RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION TEAM
• CONTINUING STUDENTS • STUDENT ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT: LOCATIONS AND CONTACTS
ENROLMENT FOR NEW STUDENTS ONLINE

TAUGHT COURSES ENROLMENT INSTRUCTIONS
To join the University (or to renew your Before you arrive
membership as a continuing student) you need to There are a few things you can do before leaving home to
register through the enrolment process. make your enrolment and induction go more smoothly.
You must complete enrolment as failure to do so may result When your place is confirmed you will receive an email
in you losing your place. informing you that you can enrol online.
The simplest and fastest way of registering is to enrol online • Go to westminster.ac.uk and click on the online
before arriving at the University. This will ensure that you enrolment link
receive your student loan and/or grant without any delays
• You will need your application number. This is
if you are eligible. If you have applied for a student loan
on the covering letter in your enrolment pack or
but you do not enrol online, then confirmation of your
on any correspondence you have received from
attendance cannot be sent to the Student Loans Company
the University
until you arrive at the University and, as your details will
have to be entered manually, this may take a few days. • Follow the instructions in each section, entering and/or
Please make sure you read the notes on Tuition Fees later in updating any personal information such as addresses
this section. and emergency contact details. You may wish to use the
step-by-step guide to enrolment
• If any details regarding your course or qualifications are
incorrect, please contact your Admissions Office
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• If you are paying the full fee or part of the fee yourself, WhAT WIll hAPPEn AT YOUR
you can do this online. Please print a receipt. The option
to pay fees by instalments is not available if you are a EnROlmEnT sEssIOn
full-time undergraduate UK/EU student, and have
It is essential that you attend your enrolment and induction
the option of taking a tuition fee loan and deferring
sessions as this is where you will receive important
payment until after graduation. The option to pay
information about your programme of study and the
by instalments is available for all other students with
University. It also gives you the opportunity to meet with
a personal fee liability of over £1,500. Remember
fellow students and academic staff before teaching begins.
to complete and sign the Instalment Agreement
form available at the bottom of westminster.ac.uk/ You will need to show us your enrolment form
page-12545 and bring it to your enrolment session along with your proof of identity, and pay your fees
• If you are not paying your fees online, you will need to if appropriate.
bring your payment (by cheque, cash, a credit card, or
Banker’s Draft) or evidence of approved sponsorship to If your qualifications have not been marked as VERIFIED
your enrolment session. Evidence of sponsorship will be or VERIFIED UCAs then you will need to bring those
retained, so make sure you have a spare copy certificates as these will be checked against your offer of a
place on your chosen course.
• Once you have completed the enrolment pages and
declaration, review your details, print off the form and You will then be issued with a University of Westminster
receipt and bring it with you to your enrolment session ID Card. This gives you swipe card access to University
at the University. You will find an enrolment timetable buildings, it is also your library Card and your students’
from your Admissions Office in your enrolment pack. Union Card. You do not need to bring a photograph as a
digital one will be taken on the day.
WhAT YOU nEED TO BRIng TO
YOUR EnROlmEnT sEssIOn COnTInUIng sTUDEnTs
Returning students must enrol before the start
• A printout of your completed enrolment form
of teaching. Any students that have not enrolled and paid
• Please only bring certificates for courses that do not their fees by 16 October will have their ID card deactivated
have a status of VERIFIED or VERIFIED UCAs and access to University facilities will be withdrawn.
• If you are paying by instalment remember to
bring a signed copy of the agreement to your BEFORE RETURnIng TO UnIVERsITY
enrolment session
• Proof of identity. Please remember to arrange a student loan Company fee
loan or other sponsorship or have funds available to pay
your course fees.
We will accept any of:
All full-time undergraduate students need to enrol for the
• A full, valid passport next academic year online. This is a simple process and
• EU Identity Card means that you do not have to go to your school office and
• A full or provisional UK Driving licence enrol in person if you follow the instructions correctly.
(both the photocard and the paper part).
• go to westminster.ac.uk and click on the online
enrolment link
Or two of the following:
• Enter your username. Your username consists of the
• An international driving licence letter w followed by the first seven digits of your
• Tfl/Oyster Photocard/Young Person’s Railcard registration number
• A cheque book or credit/debit card (one only) • Follow the instructions in each section entering and/or
updating any personal information such as addresses
• InD document and emergency contact details
• An original birth certificate in English. • If any details regarding your course are incorrect,
please contact your local school Registry
For international students on student visas – you must bring • If you are paying the full fee or part of the fee yourself
your passport and visa. you can do this online. The option to pay fees by
instalments is not available if you are a full-time
undergraduate UK/EU student if you have the option
of taking a tuition fee loan and deferring payment
until after graduation. The option to pay by instalments
is available for all other students with a personal fee
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liability of over £1,500. Remember to complete and about student financial support is available from the Student
sign the Instalment Agreement form available at the loans Company. To avoid delays ensure the local Authority
bottom of westminster.ac.uk/page-12545 and send it to and SlC has your correct bank details, address and
your local Finance Office national Insurance number.
• Once you have completed the form and declaration,
review your details. You may find it useful to print off a HOW TO COnTACT THe
copy of your enrolment form and receipt of payment for
your own records. We do not require a copy ReSeARCH OFFICe
• It is much easier if fees are paid by debit or credit card The Research Office is responsible for all aspects of
online but if someone else is paying by cheque on your administration and support for research students, ranging
behalf, please send in your enrolment form together from initial enquiries and admissions through to final
with the cheque. Make sure your full name, course and submission and examination of the thesis and conferment of
student number are on the back of the cheque the research degree. The research team also supports the
• Your individual timetable can be accessed via work of the university’s Committees responsible for
SRSWeb by clicking on the item called ‘Student research and research students, including policy, strategy
Timetable (e:Vision)’. and governance.
For further information on Research degrees and the

work of the Research degrees Office, please visit
TIMeTAblIng westminster.ac.uk/page-1118
You may be asked for your login password again before
being able to access your most up-to-date timetable. You ReSeARCH AdMInISTRATIOn TeAM
may experience problems accessing your timetable if
you have not paid your fees. note that the timetable may Academic Services
currently list both 2009/10 and 2008/9 timetabled events. university of Westminster
Fourth Floor, Copland building
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or a list of events. Most modules have more than one event london W1W 6uW
(for example, a lecture and a tutorial) and these are listed Fax +44 (0)20 7911 5118
separately. If a module is not taught every week there may
be more than one listing in the timetable (in this case, check Research degree Admissions enquiries
which weeks the listing applies to). email [email protected]
Module timetables are subject to change. You are therefore Fran noonan, Assistant Registrar (Research)
strongly advised to check your online timetable on a Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5117
regular basis. email [email protected]
Should you have any timetable clashes with your core Mike Fisher, Research degrees Manager
modules it is your responsibility to report this to the School Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5733
Registry. The sooner you do this the better, as there will be
email [email protected]
more time to resolve such problems.
Further timetable information is available via the following Huzma Kelly, Senior Research Officer
link westminster.ac.uk/page-6902 (Policy and governance)
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000, ext 3933
YOuR STudenT lOAn And gRAnT
(undeRgRAduATe STudenTS) lesley Mcdonagh, Senior Research Officer
The university is kept informed by the Student loans (Audit and Assessment)
Company (SlC) of fee contributions and loans by Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5717
downloading details from their website. This means we email [email protected]
do not need to see your SlC letters of financial support,
you simply need to check when you enrol online there Shila Panchasara, Research Secretary
is no discrepancy between the figures in your letter and Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5731
those displayed on the Intranet. After you have successfully email [email protected]
enrolled online, the university will confirm your attendance
to the SlC by uploading details to their website daily. This
lindsay Martin, Research Administrator
will trigger the first payment of your loan/grant into your
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 2423
bank account within five working days. Further information
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STUDENT ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT: LOCATIONS

AND CONTACTS
Students should use the following email addresses for any queries regarding enrolment, induction,
module registration, assessment, coursework submission and examinations.
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CAVENDISH
School of Electronics and Computer Science
For all students in the School of Electronic
Engineering and Computer Science, please email
[email protected]
School of Life Sciences

For all students in the School of Life Sciences,
please email [email protected]
HARROW
HArroW
School of Electronics and Computer Science
For all students in the School of Electronics and Computer
Science at Harrow, please email
[email protected]
School of Media, Arts and Design

For all students in the School of Media, Arts and Design,
Westminster Business School

For all students in the Westminster Business School
at Harrow, please email
[email protected]
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MARYLEBONE
School of Architecture and the Built Environment
For all students in the School of Architecture and the Built
Environment, please email [email protected]
Westminster Business School

For all students in the Westminster Business School,
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School of Law
For all students in the School of Law, please email
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• PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND COURSE HANDBOOK • STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMME AND STUDY ABROAD
• COMMUNICATION • ACADEMIC WRITING • LIBRARIES AND COMPUTING
• TUTORIAL AND STUDENT SUPPORT • MARYLEBONE BOOKS • COPYRIGHT
• SRSWEB AND STUDENT MODULE PROFILES • INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
• POLYLANG • RECORDING
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND COMMUNICATION

COURSE HANDBOOK Email
A course summary setting out what you can expect to have When you have completed enrolment and your Westminster
achieved when you successfully complete each academic ID card has been issued, you can access the ‘signed in’
level of your course – in terms of knowledge, skills and student area of the University’s Internet westminster.ac.uk.
attributes – is now published in the form of a An email account will be set up for you automatically.
programme specification. To access your email and computer account, go to any
computer room and log in using your University registration
A fuller description of course content, skills maps and number as your username and your date of birth as
course management arrangements is given in the course your password.
handbook, which is validated by an independent panel
before a new course is introduced. The course handbook Secure your email account by changing your password the
also has the detailed syllabus and assessment requirements first time you log on. As a user of any part of the University’s
for each module. Module guides are given out during the Information System you are deemed to agree to abide
first two weeks of the semester with published deadlines for by the policy regulations and protocols in the Acceptable
the submission of coursework assignments. Use Policy (AUP). Information on using computer rooms is
available for new and continuing students at the computer
Help Desks.
You can also access your account online via

westminster.ac.uk so that you can use your University email
account during vacations, or when you are away from
the University.
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Blackboard TUTORIAL AND STUDENT SUPPORT

Blackboard helps tutors and students to:
Personal tutors are the first point of contact for a student
• Share valuable learning resources (documents such as seeking academic advice about their studies. Your tutor can
module outlines, lecture notes, assignment briefs etc) help you to develop your full academic potential and give
• Communicate via announcements and email advice on academic and personal matters which may affect
• Collaborate through discussion boards, blogs your studies at Westminster.
and wikis
For advice on selection of option modules, programme
• Undertake online group work, take short-answer tests, planning, assessment regulations, professional body
and submit coursework electronically. requirements (where relevant) and study skills including time
Every University of Westminster course and module has its management, your personal tutor may be of direct help.
own self-contained Blackboard website. Your tutor(s) will Most tutors are introduced to their tutees during Induction
tell you how they intend to use Blackboard to support your Week, and appointments can be made by email or you can
learning on a module or a course. refer to ‘Office Hours’ on the tutor’s door. Students based
in the Westminster Business School should also contact the
Blackboard can be accessed on the web at Tutorial and Advice Office for tutoring related services. In
learning.westminster.ac.uk and there is also a link to accordance with the University’s Personal Tutoring Policy,
Blackboard under ‘Fast Links’ after you have logged in to the all students at Undergraduate Credit Level 4 are given a
University’s website. To use Blackboard you have to log in programme of tutorial activities and all students are offered
using your computer account. access to at least one hour of personal tutoring contact per
academic year.
The Blackboard system assigns you to individual course and
module websites according to the information in the student In some cases more specialist advice may be given by
record system (SRS). If you are not enrolled on the correct a senior tutor or by a counsellor in the Counselling and
modules on SRS you will not be able to access the correct Advice Service. For further information, please visit
sites in Blackboard. If you are linked to the wrong courses westminster.ac.uk/canda
or modules in Blackboard please first check which modules
you are registered for on SRSWeb for Students. This is Please note that it is for you, the student to seek the advice
accessible under ‘Fast Links’ on the University homepage. If of your Personal Tutor and to keep appointments when
the information on SRSWeb is correct when you check then made, and it is your responsibility to make sure you are
Blackboard should show your correct modules the following aware of and understand the assessment regulations.
day. If the information on SRSWeb is incorrect please visit
your local Administrative Office and ask staff to amend As part of Westminster’s approach to student-centred active
your record. learning, Personal Development Planning (PDP) is being
introduced to support students’ own development of their
For further help and guidance on the use of Blackboard study and employability skills. This programme of activities
please visit westminster.ac.uk/page-1341 will help students to review,plan and take responsibility for
their own learning.
For more information on PDP see published guidance from

the University’s Educational Initiative Centre (EIC), please
visit westminster.ac.uk/eic
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SRSWEB AND STUDENT POLYLANG

MODULE PROFILES The University-wide Language Programme for All
You can monitor your own progress throughout If you would like to study another language or refresh your
your course by logging in to SRSWeb which can knowledge and skills of one of your current languages, look
be accessed via the link on the University homepage. at the Polylang programme (westminster.ac.uk/polylang).
The Polylang portfolio provides the full range of assessed
This profile gives a cumulative record of all the modules and accredited modules which may be counted towards an
you have registered for and the marks for each element undergraduate degree if they are studied at an appropriate
of assessment. Provisional marks are those given for a level. Languages taught are:
coursework prior to the involvement of an External Examiner
• Arabic
and may change after discussion and approval with all
examiners at the Assessment Board. • Chinese
• French
Your personal tutor and module leaders can also access
• German
your profile and give advice on your academic progress in
tutorials and by email. • Italian
• Japanese
If you are paying your fees by instalments make
• Spanish
sure you keep your payments up-to-date so that you remain
actively enrolled as a student. You can only access the Established in 1990, Polylang is one of the oldest and
University’s Information Services if you are fully enrolled. biggest institution-wide language programmes in the
UK. The programme has been expanded each year and
there are currently about 1,000 Westminster students and
SRSWEB AND STUDENT numerous members of staff taking Polylang modules.
MODULE PROFILES
All Polylang modules have been designed by a team
You can monitor your own progress throughout of specialists for non-specialists from other disciplines.
your course by logging in to SRSWeb which can We offer a wide choice of levels and time-slots for the
be accessed via the link on the University homepage. convenience of students.
This profile gives a cumulative record of all the modules All Polylang modules are open to all undergraduate and
you have registered for and the marks for each element postgraduate students. Undergraduates can complete
of assessment. Provisional marks are those given for a Polylang as one of their option modules. Postgraduates
coursework prior to the involvement of an External Examiner study Polylang as an additional module, for which a fee
and may change after discussion and approval with all is payable unless there is formal agreement with the
examiners at the Assessment Board. course leader.
Your personal tutor and module leaders can also access
your profile and give advice on your academic progress in STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMME
tutorials and by email.
Westminster has links with a large number of higher
If you are paying your fees by instalments make sure you education institutions in Europe and beyond, and all
keep your payments up-to-date so that you remain actively undergraduates are encouraged to include a semester
enrolled as a student. You can only access the University’s abroad in their study programme for their Westminster
Information Services if you are fully enrolled. degree. Returning students recommend the option of
being based in another university for a semester, and all
the opportunities for friendship and travel that this brings.
We know too that employers welcome applications from
students who have credit for study abroad on their transcript
of results.
For most programmes you need to have the language skills

for the country you plan to visit as teaching and learning
activities will be conducted in the native language of the
host institution. There is a wide range of programmes – in
northern Europe, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Canada
and the USA – which are taught and assessed in English.
For the list of countries and institutional links, and details of

how to apply visit westminster.ac.uk/international
ACADEMIC GUIDANCE
AcAdemic writing mAryLeBOne BOOKS

Academic writing is the ability to communicate thought and the on-site bookshops at cavendish and marylebone give
knowledge within an academic context. it involves the use students a range of support:
of standard, often quite formal language. it also requires • a fast order service (including mail order)
clear, structured communication and the skill of writing
• a student book account scheme to get discount on all
precisely about your ideas and those of others.
books, all year round
gaining academic writing skills is an important part of • a secondhand book scheme (typically students can
studying at university as writing is the primary means re-coup as much as 60 per cent of the price
through which we understand, gain, communicate and originally paid)
apply knowledge. it is an important way of learning, • a wide range of study guides
of reflecting on what you have learnt and of making
• a range of stationery, both general and specifically for
connections between different areas of knowledge. writing
architecture students.
is part of learning, not separate from it.
Academic writing is a complex process and is a skill that
tel +44 (0)20 7915 5432
all students and lecturers continue to improve on throughout
their careers. email [email protected]
tel +44 (0)20 7911 5049
the Academic writing centre (Awc) is there to help all or visit marylebonebooks.co.uk
students in the University whether your secondary education
was in the UK or another country, and irrespective of cOPyright
whether english is your first or an additional language.
to find out more, visit westminster.ac.uk/awc All published material, whether available in hard copy
or electronically, is protected by the copyright laws in its
country of origin. the legal obligation to observe copyright
LiBrArieS And cOmPUting law lies with the individual making the copy. check that
the wiSe (westminster information Services explained) what you plan to photocopy or download will not break
booklet gives an introduction to the University’s library and the law.
computing services. A PdF copy can be downloaded at
For guidance visit westminster.ac.uk/page-11933
westminster.ac.uk/library or you can pick up a copy in any
of the University libraries. =
inteLLectUAL PrOPerty rightS
with easy-to-access guidance you can find out
For guidance on intellectual Property rights,
how to:
please visit westminster.ac.uk/page-14885
• access library resources on site and
from home
recOrding
• find books, journals and past exam papers
if you want to record lectures you must first obtain the
• use other libraries in London
explicit permission of the staff member or guest speaker
• request and renew book loans online. concerned. it is best to do this through email.
the it staff provide support and information on how to if a presentation, seminar, group tutorial or workshop
access the University’s network including: involves other students’ contributions then you must get the
• what you can access from home explicit permission of the students in the session if you want
• using laptops plugged into the University’s network to record it.
• on-site wiFi access covert or secret recording is not allowed – it is regarded as
• copying, printing and scanning a disciplinary offence.
• initial training and support.
if you have a disability and wish to request permission to
For the full range of support services visit record classes please contact disability Services
westminster.ac.uk/its tel +44(0)20 7911 5456 (harrow) or
tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 7360 (other sites) or
email [email protected] to request a
supporting statement.
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student finance
• TUITION FEES FOR TAUGHT COURSES • STUDENT FINANCE
• HOW TO PAY YOUR FEES • STUDENTS FROM USA
= • TUITION FEE LOANS • INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
• OTHER FEES • EMERGENCY FUNDS
• RECOVERY OF DEBTS/DECLINED PAYMENTS • COUNCIL TAX
This section of Essential Westminster includes or withdraw from the University, you should complete the
information about your financial commitments, as necessary documentation promptly; otherwise you may not
be eligible for any refund to which you may have been
well as guidance on the different forms of financial entitled. Full refunds are only given in cases where you
support which are available to undergraduate withdraw before the end of the temporary enrolment period
students, and advice on how to manage your (16 October for Semester One enrolments and 29 January
money during your studies. for Semester Two enrolments).
You can qualify for a five per cent prompt payment discount
TUITION FEES FOR if your fees are over £5,000 and you pay in full before 30
TAUGHT COURSES September (31 January if you are starting in Semester Two).
Fees are payable in full at enrolment. However if your fees Your tuition fee covers the cost of teaching, academic
are greater than £1,500 and you are not eligible for a and administrative support, required fieldwork, including
tuition fee loan you can pay in three instalments. The first residential and materials costs, professional body
50 per cent of the course fee must be paid at enrolment, the registration fees (with the exception of the LPC) and any
next 25 per cent by 1 December, and the balance by 31 claims for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL). For some
January. If you are starting your course in January, 50 per courses, other fees such as for optional fieldwork, insurance
cent must be paid at enrolment, the next 25 per cent by 31 and/or materials must be paid in full at enrolment. The costs
March and the balance by 30 April. covered by the tuition fees for continuing UK students, those
paying £3,225 per year tuition fees, and for international
If you choose to pay in instalments you will be required to students, differ. For more detailed information, please ask
complete a form committing yourself to full payment of the your local Undergraduate or Postgraduate Office.
fees. If, for any reason, you need to suspend your studies
STUdENT fiNaNCE
HOW TO PAY YOUR FEES TUITION FEE LOANS

The simplest way to pay your fees is by paying online by Detailed guidance on student funding arrangements, for
debit or credit card. However, you can also pay by cheque both new and continuing students, is available at
(UK £ or euro), cash (UK £ only), or Banker’s Draft. Euro direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
payments are subject to exchange rate variations. Payment
by direct debit may be available, please ask your local If you have not yet applied for or had a tuition fee loan
Finance Office. confirmed by Student Finance England, you will be liable
to pay your tuition fees. You may have chosen to pay part
If you are paying your fees to the University direct from an of the tuition fee yourself in which case you need to pay this
international bank overseas, a bank charge is normally part by following the instructions above. You will not have
made of around £10 on each transaction. Please ask the fulfilled the conditions of enrolment until your tuition fee
bank to include your name, course and student number has been paid or you have provided confirmation of your
when making the transaction. You must produce evidence fee loan.
that payment has been made into the University account if
your fees are sent directly. You are responsible for fees should your sponsor fail to pay.
It is very important that you take confirmation of your fee
University Bank details: loan to your local Undergraduate or Postgraduate Office as
NatWest Bank plc soon as you receive it so that your fee position can
PO Box 3038 be finalised.
57 Victoria Street
London SW1H 0HN EU nationals are normally eligible to receive tuition
fee loans.
Account name: University of Westminster
Main Account OTHER FEES
Account No 48303542
Sort Code 56-00-33 The University requires payment of all other fees such as for
accommodation, childcare facilities and course materials
Swift code: NWBKGB2149C to be made on demand, although the University will accept
IBAN (international payments) evidence from a student that such other fees will be paid by
GB95NWBK56003348303542 a recognised sponsor.
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STUdENT fiNaNCE
RECOVERY OF DEBTS/ If you have dependent children, you may be eligible for
Child Tax Credit from the Inland Revenue. For further
DECLINED PAYMENTS information contact the Inland Revenue helpline on 0845
300 3900 or visit hmrc.gov.uk/taxcredits
Each year the University receives a number of payments by
cheque, credit card or direct debit which are returned by If you are a part-time student, you should apply to your LA
our bank or declined. An administration charge of £10 will for an application and information pack or download the
be levied for each transaction which is returned or declined. form from studentfinancedirect.co.uk/forms
The University reserves the right to take legal action for the
recovery of outstanding fees or other dues whether or not Part-time students (taking at least 50 per cent of a full-
the debtor is currently a student of the University. time course) may be eligible for a small means-tested
maintenance grant and can also be assessed for a grant
STUDENT FINANCE towards the tuition fees. Further assistance towards the cost
of part-time tuition fees is also available to some students
Managing your money from the University’s Additional Fee Support Scheme.
Undertaking a university course is quite a financial Contact Central Admissions and Student Funding for
commitment and you should therefore take some time to further details.
plan your finances and make sure you make the most of
your income. Once you have enrolled at the University, you can apply
to the Access to Learning Fund. All full-time or sandwich,
Students often work part-time while they are studying undergraduate or postgraduate students who are classified
to augment their income and have to survive on a very as home (UK and EU) students may apply to this fund for
tight budget. You will need to work out how much your financial assistance. Part-time students taking at least 60
living costs will be and work out a budget plan for the credits in an academic year are also eligible. You can
whole academic year. Making smart choices about your download the application form and guidance notes from
finances will help you stick to your budget and avoid March to October westminster.ac.uk/page-9488
getting into difficulties. We have a specialist Financial
Capability Adviser to help you with information on making Bursaries
the right financial choices while you are a student. Look Undergraduate students who started their course in 2006
out for SmartMoney events during the year or for further or after and who receive a Maintenance Grant from their
information visit westminster.ac.uk/smartmoney Local Authority will also be eligible for a £319 bursary from
the University. Your bursary is money that you keep – you
If you do have money worries you should seek advice do not pay it back. You will normally receive this Bursary
from a Student Adviser or the Financial Capability Adviser automatically around the end of February 2010, provided
sooner rather than later. For further information about you and your parents have not ticked the box on Section 8
part-time work you should contact Careers and Student of the PR1 form or Section 10 of the PN1 form.
Employment (CaSE) or visit westminster.ac.uk/careers
Travel costs
Student loans and additional support The University of Westminster participates in the Transport
through your local authority (LA) / Student for London Student Oyster Card Scheme. Full-time students
Finance England are eligible for a Student Oyster Card, which gives a 30
Financial support in the form of grants and/or loans is per cent discount on all Transport for London services
available to home (UK) undergraduate students and within Greater London. You will be able to apply online
some EU students. If you are not sure whether or not you for this once you have enrolled. For further information
are eligible visit westminster.ac.uk/page-11362 visit the Transport for London website at tfl.gov.uk/tickets/
oysteronline/photocards/18plusstudents/2976.aspx
To apply for financial support you can download
the application form and guidance notes from
studentfinanceengland.co.uk. This will tell you what help
may be available to you. Students from Wales, Scotland
and Northern Ireland should go to
studentfinancewales.co.uk, studentfinancescotland.co.uk, or
studentfinanceni.co.uk New students should apply to one
of the organisations listed above, and continuing students
should apply to their LA. There is also information on
student loans and additional support, including bursaries
and scholarships, on our website at
westminster.ac.uk/funding
STUdENT fiNaNCE
STUDENTS FROM THE UNITED COUNCIL TAX

STATES OF AMERICA Council Tax is a local authority tax. Student Halls of
Residence are exempt, as are properties where all
If you are a US student planning to study a full course at
the occupants are students. If you live in an all-student
the University of Westminster and want to take out a
household you will need to provide the local authority with
federal loan, please visit westminster.ac.uk/usloans
a Council Tax Exemption Certificate which can be collected
or contact Central Admissions and Student Funding
from your local Undergraduate or Postgraduate Office once
at Marylebone
you have enrolled.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS If you are sharing accommodation with one non-student, the
property will receive a 25 per cent discount. The full amount
As a condition of your Tier 4 General Student Visa, you will will be payable where there is more than one non-student
have had to show that you have the money to pay for your living in the property, but in the majority of cases, full-time
tuition fees and living expenses in the UK. Please remember students are exempt from liability for Council Tax.
that the University of Westminster, as your licensed sponsor,
will be required to notify the UK Border Agency if you stop If you need further advice or information please contact the
attending your course without good reason. Please be Student Advisers:
aware that if you do not pay your fees in full by the agreed
date, you will be blocked from attending the University and Central Admissions and Student Funding
this could have serious consequences for you. 35 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LS
Email [email protected]
If, once you have enrolled on your course, something
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5716/5719
changes which you could not have planned for and which
Fax +44 (0)20 7911 5858
affects your finances, please contact a Student Adviser
for help. You may be able to apply for assistance from
the University’s Special Fund. This fund is set up by the Student Advisers and Financial
University to provide help to part-time and international Capability Adviser
students who meet with unexpected financial difficulties Counselling and Advice Service (CandA)
or where the student’s country has experienced major Third Floor, 35 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LS
problems such as a natural disaster or war. Email [email protected]
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 3261, 3140 or 3232
Please email Counselling and Advice at =
[email protected] to contact a student adviser. Student Advisers at Harrow
Watford Road, Northwick Park, Harrow, HA1 3TP
EMERGENCY FUNDS Email [email protected]
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 4023
While we ask students to prepare for the start of University Fax +44 (0)20 7911 5916
financially, we know that there can be last minute problems
which you cannot control such as your student loan and/
or grant arriving late due to problems with your LA. In these
situations, you can obtain a small loan of £100. If you need
this sort of help, you should go to the Central Admissions
and Student Funding at Marylebone or see a student
adviser at Marylebone or Harrow.
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STUdENT parTiCipaTiON
• STUDENT FEEDBACK • MENTORING
= • UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER STUDENTS’ UNION (UWSU) • STUDENT AMBASSADOR SCHEME
• FREEDOM OF SPEECH
STUDENT FEEDBACK UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

Student feedback is an essential part of University life. STUDENTS’ UNION (UWSU)
Without it, the University will not be able to respond and
The Students’ Union is run by students for students, and is
adapt to the needs of students and improve the services
the key independent body that supports students during
it offers, and the Students’Union will not be able to fully
their time at the University. We are led by a team of elected
represent students and lobby for improvements on
student officers, backed up by a team of expert staff, who
their behalf.
provide a wide range of support, activities, entertainments
You will be asked for your opinions on a range of University and opportunities in order to allow you to have the best
projects, committees and your course, as well as the possible student experience. Our Education and Welfare,
National Student Survey (NSS), a nationwide survey of and Campaigns and Representation departments work to
all final-year students. Your course will have a course support students and lobby the University for improvements
committee made up of lecturers, support staff and students, that make a real difference to students lives. Our trained
who discuss the course and its development, and are a advisors can support you with issues ranging from
primary source of student feedback. Each year, students are academic advice to issues with student housing. Our recent
elected to the course committee by their fellow students, campaigns include pushing for better and more timely
to represent their views to the University. Full training feedback for students and pushing for anonymous marking
and support is offered to the representatives, as well as and electronic submission of coursework to be implemented.
a meeting allowance to cover expenses. Students who
Our Activities team support and co-ordinate over 40 student
fulfil their role completely are eligible for the Student
societies (from old favourites such as the Law Society,
Representation Certificate.
Drama Society and the Christian Union to exciting the
To contact any of your elected representatives groups such as the Black Culture Society and the new
visit uwsu.com Entrepreneur Society) and a wide range of sports clubs
including men’s and women’s football, snowsports and
cheerleading. For a full list, visit uwsu.com
STUdENT parTiCipaTiON
We also run an active student newspaper and student MEnToring

radio station. For your chance to join any of these groups,
come along to our Freshers Fairs, between 11am and A number of courses have introduced eMentoring schemes,
3pm on 1 October in P3 at Marylebone (for all central where new students are offered support from a continuing
London students) and 3 October in the Sports Hall at student by email. To find out whether the scheme is running
Harrow. We have an office at Regent, a shop and an office on your course or to volunteer to become an eMentor, visit
at Cavendish, an office and a venue – Inter:mission – at westminster.ac.uk/ementoring
Marylebone, and a shop, office, venue – The Undercroft –
The Counselling and Advice Service offer a mentoring
and a nightclub – Area 51 – at Harrow.
scheme to support students with long term mental health
We really want you to take a full part in the running of the problems. For further information visit
Students’ Union, and we run a range of meetings and forums westminster.ac.uk/mentalhealthmentoring
where you can suggest changes and put forward your
Careers and Student Employment (CaSE) participate in the
opinion on the work we are doing. We need you to make us
National Mentoring Consortium to encourage equality of
into the relevant and vital tool that supports you through your
opportunity in graduate recruitment.
time at University, so get in touch and let us know what we
Visit westminster.ac.uk/nationalmentoring
can do to help you.
FrEEdoM oF SPEECH STUdEnT AMBASSAdor SCHEME

Many students also represent the University as Ambassadors
The University endorses the principle of Freedom of Speech
giving advice and information to schools and colleges.
and the need to ensure that members of the University
Visit westminster.ac.uk/ambassadors
have freedom within the law to question and test received
wisdom, and to put forward new ideas and controversial or
unpopular opinions, without placing themselves in jeopardy ELECTED OFFICERS
of losing their jobs or any privileges they may have at the
President ..................................... Omar Hussain
University. Both staff and students are bound by national
legislation on the Freedom of Speech. However, neither Vice-President .................................... Bilal Khan
the University nor UWSU will provide a platform for any (Campaigns and Communications)
organisations or individuals likely to endanger the safety or Vice-President ....................................Robin Law
liberty of members of the University community, visit (Education and Welfare)
westminster.ac.uk/page-5220 Vice-President (Activities) ...................... Nas Said =
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ThE USE Of iNfOrmaTiON
• MODULE AND END-OF-YEAR FEEDBACK QUESTIONNAIRES
= • UNISTATS
• FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND DATA PROTECTION
information is collected throughout the year and is UNISTATS

used for many different purposes, eg the creation The University uses information to monitor your
and administration of your student record, to meet experiences, and in turn external bodies monitor the
external body requirements and for monitoring our quality and standards of service provided by the University.
performance. information about your attendance at Therefore, the University is sometimes obliged to send data
about you to relevant government agencies such as the
the University may also be collected as part of our
Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). The following key
Tutorial and Student Support activities. data is published on the Unistats comparison website
unistats.com – student entry qualifications, progression and
MODULE AND END-OF-YEAR degree classification data, the findings of the Destinations of
FEEDBACK QUESTIONNAIRES Leavers of Higher Education survey (DLHE) and the results of
the National Student Survey (NSS) of undergraduate finalists.
The information you provide on how modules and your
course are organised and how your learning is assessed is
important to the University. Please take some time to complete
the module and end-of-year questionnaires as your feedback
provides guidance to staff on how modules and courses are
operating and how well they are meeting your needs and
expectations and help to inform changes to the modules
and courses. The information is used in the annual monitoring
of courses. Course Committee meetings, which student
representatives attend, are held throughout the year to
address and monitor issues raised through student feedback
so make sure that your opinions are received by completing
the questionnaires and contacting your course representatives.
ThE USE Of iNfOrmaTiON
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION Full details of the way in which your data is used and
further information about your rights and our responsibilities
AND DATA PROTECTION can be found on the University website:
The University manages the information you provide in
Freedom of Information Act 2000
accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and Freedom
westminster.ac.uk/page-8264
of Information Act 2000. You should also be aware that
current or potential providers of education or employment
Data Protection Act 1998
are given basic details on request. Sponsors and individuals
or organisations who pay some or all of your fees may also
obtain limited information about you. The University is also
required by law to report on the attendance of international
students who have entered the UK on a student visa.
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STUdENT righTS aNd rESpONSibiliTiES
• STUDENT RIGHTS • STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES • SPECIAL EXAM AND ASSESSMENT ARRANGEMENTS
• CODES AND POLICIES • PUBLICATION OF RESULTS
• ESSENTIAL REGULATIONS FOR STUDENTS • MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES
• STUDENT CONDUCT • ACADEMIC CONDUCT • UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
• = • EXAM AND COURSEWORK ASSESSMENT • APPEALS AND COMPLAINTS
STUDENT RIGHTS STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• To attend the University and participate in academic • To abide by the University’s Diversity and Dignity at
and extra-curricular activities in an environment of Work and Study Policy and other policies relating to the
mutual respect for diversity, free from prejudice or treatment of fellow students and staff at the University
discrimination. To be treated with dignity and respect, • To obtain, read and be familiar with and comply with
without threat of bullying, harassment or intimidation the full University and Course Assessment Regulations
• To receive tuition as published in the module syllabus and to accept the jurisdiction of the University in all
or to receive reasonable notice of any changes in the academic and disciplinary matters
course or module • To submit work by the published deadline and to attend
• To expect the University to provide tuition, supervision, exams for assessment as required
assessment and support of a professional standard • To advise Disability Services of any disability or difficulty
• To expect the University to act reasonably and fairly on the basis of which they are requesting special exam
in exercising its powers under its published rules, or assessment arrangements
regulations, policies and procedures • To ensure that they are registered for any module for
• To be able to raise concerns about the running of a which they are submitting work for assessment
module or course or to complain about the quality • To advise the relevant Student Administration Office,
of academic or service delivery if it falls short of the in writing, by the published deadlines, if they are
standard reasonably expected of the University withdrawing from a course or a module. Failure to do
• To have Freedom of Speech so will normally result in non-submission of work/non-
• To have information processed and request information attendance at exams being recorded as failure and may
in accordance with the Data Protection Act and the
Freedom of Information Act.
also result in a loss of fees or loan entitlement.
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CODES AND POLICIES Codes of behaviour relate to specific regulations with

respect to particular areas of the University, for example
The University has a wide range of codes of practice and computer laboratories and libraries. It is important to read
policies affecting students. These include: these regulations in detail so that you understand what is
expected of you. The University Disciplinary Procedure
• Teaching, Learning and Assessment Policy
student rights and responsibilities
details the process that is instigated when there has been

• Online Learning Policy a breach of the regulations governing student conduct.
• Research Codes of Practice For further information visit westminster.ac.uk/studentconduct
• Ethics Code of Practice
• Ethical Policy Framework ACADEMIC CONDUCT
• Race Equality Policy While we are aware that only a few students consciously
• Diversity and Dignity at Work and Study Policy try to contravene the Assessment Regulations, you should
be aware that there are ways in which you could find
• Religion, Belief and Study:
yourself having broken the rules inadvertently. Guidance on
Code of Practice to Support Students
academic writing and referencing, including the new online
• Careers Education, Information and Guidance tutorial on how to avoid committing plagiarism is available
• Code of Practice for Students with Disabilities at westminster.ac.uk/awc
• Code of Practice on Supporting Students with Mental
Please read the guidance on plagiarism and
Health Problems
collusion and the regulations on breaches of the assessment
• Regulations Governing Student Conduct and regulations. If carried out intentionally, cheating and
Disciplinary Procedure plagiarism have the objectives of deceiving examiners and
• Disciplinary Code for Illegal Drugs Use this threatens the integrity of the assessment procedures and
• No Smoking Policy the value of the University’s qualifications. It is unethical to
try to gain an unfair advantage over other students, and
• Health and Safety
for this reason the University imposes strict penalties on
• Policy on HIV/AIDS. those students who intentionally contravene the Assessment
Further information can be found at Regulations. For further information visit
westminster.ac.uk/policiesandcodes westminster.ac.uk/academicconduct
ESSENTIAL REGULATIONS EXAM AND

FOR STUDENTS COURSEWORK ASSESSMENT
For the University to function properly it is necessary that its Assessment is a critical part of the learning process
members comply with certain rules and regulations. These and it is important that you plan and prepare for your
rules and regulations are published in the interests assessed work. The coursework section provides you with
of fairness, consistency and transparency. Your signature on the regulations relating to the submission and return of
the University’s enrolment form signifies that you undertake coursework including the regulations governing marking
to abide by the University’s Regulations. It is therefore practice, and outlines the penalties for late submission.
important that you take the time to read and For further information visit
understand them. westminster.ac.uk/courseworkregulations
You will find the Essential Regulations for Students at Regulations for exam candidates explain the difference
westminster.ac.uk/essentialregulations including the between closed, restricted and open exams. Specific details
sections overleaf. of what you can and cannot do in exams are provided, as
well as what to do in the event of an emergency
evacuation. For further information visit
STUDENT CONDUCT westminster.ac.uk/examinationregulations
The University is a diverse community of over 22,000
students and staff, and it is important that we all get along.
All students are expected to conduct themselves responsibly
and with consideration for the other members of the
University. This means, for example, arriving at lectures
on time, listening to others when they are speaking or
presenting, following guidance and instructions from staff
and respecting the University’s neighbours. The Regulations
Governing Student Conduct list actions or behaviour which
are defined as misconduct.
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PUBLICATION OF RESULTS UNIVERSITY

This section provides information on when results are ACADEMIC REGULATIONS
released and your responsibility in obtaining your results.
The full Handbook of Academic Regulations for the
The difference between provisional and ratified results is
University, which governs all standard undergraduate and
explained. For further information visit
postgraduate taught courses, is available at
westminster.ac.uk/publicationofresults
westminster.ac.uk/academicregulations
SPECIAL EXAM AND APPEALS AND COMPLAINTS

ASSESSMENT ARRANGEMENTS The University is committed to providing a good quality
Special arrangements for exams or assessments service to students. However, it is acknowledged that there
may be made for students with particular may be times when individuals may experience a quality of
disabilities or difficulties. For further information academic or service delivery which they feel falls short of
visit westminster.ac.uk/specialarrangements the standard reasonably expected of the University. In such
cases, you may feel that it is necessary to make a written
MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES submission setting out your concerns. If you have evidence
that there has been a material irregularity in the conduct
The University expects that students will plan and of your assessment you may submit a request for a review
prepare carefully for assessments, but also recognises of an Assessment Board decision (known as an Appeal),
that circumstances beyond your control may sometimes addressed to the University Academic Registrar.
occur that prevent you from completing coursework on
time or sitting for exams. It is important that you read and In all other cases your concerns should be addressed
understand the specific rules on submission of Mitigating through the complaints procedure. Full details of the
Circumstances claims and the criteria for consideration. procedures for submitting Appeals and Complaints can be
For further information visit found at westminster.ac.uk/academicregistrars
westminster.ac.uk/mitigatingcircumstances
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UNivErSiTY SErviCES
• SERVICES FOR STUDENTS • CHAPLAINCY
• COUNSELLING AND ADVICE SERVICE (CANDA) • SPORT AND RECREATION
= • CAREERS AND STUDENT EMPLOYMENT (CASE) • STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DIFFICULTIES OR DISABILITIES
• HOUSING • HEALTH AND SAFETY
• STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES • POLYCLINIC • EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ADVICE

Most students at the University complete their course The Student Advisers can help deal with practical and
successfully and enjoy their lives both academically and financial queries such as Student Support entitlements: fees,
socially. You will be able to cope alone, or with help from loans and grants during your course and if you repeat
friends, with nearly all the issues you face. However, a year or change courses; funding for EU/EEA students;
studying in a large city, especially if you are away from tuition fee status; social security benefits; tax and national
home for the first time or if you are coming from another insurance. We also have a specialist financial capability
country, can sometimes be stressful. adviser who can offer advice and information on managing
your money, avoiding debt and making good financial
The University gives a high priority to your welfare and decisions while you are a student as well as giving advice
there is a range of services to help you. and support if you are worried about debt.
COUNSELLING AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVICE

ADVICE SERVICE We provide a specialist advice service to students on
This service is provided at Harrow and Marylebone. visas and work permits and a visa renewal service if you
It is open throughout the year and has specialist need to extend your stay as a student. We also have an
staff who provide a range of information, advice International Student Adviser who provides support with
and support. For further information please visit the challenge of coming to study in a new country and
westminster.ac.uk/canda organises the Welcome and Introduction Programme
for international students as well as other social and
cultural activities.
UNivErSiTY SErviCES
The International Student Adviser can also give one-to- CAREERS AND STUDENT
one support to students who are lonely, missing home or
suffering from the effects of culture shock. EMPLOYMENT (CaSE)
There is a Valediction Ceremony in June for final year The Careers and Student Employment (CaSE) team of career
students who cannot attend the University’s Presentation development professionals are here to help you access
Ceremonies later in the year. a whole host of work-related opportunities whilst you are
studying as well as support you in planning your future
Counselling career. We offer quality advice, information and careers
Our counselling team provides confidential counselling coaching on the options open to you.
to all students on personal matters including relationship
We have a team of staff who work closely with employers
difficulties, depression, eating problems and study related
and voluntary organisations to provide you with a wide
anxieties. Whether you have serious concerns about your
range of interesting placements, volunteering opportunities,
mental health or have ordinary worries about personal
vacation and part-time work, which you can access at
issues, you can arrange to speak to a counsellor.
the touch of button by registering with CaSE. For further
Mentoring is available for students with long-term mental
information visit westminster.ac.uk/careers
health problems.
You may also like to come and visit us in person at one of
To contact an Adviser, Counsellor or the our centres, located at Marylebone and Harrow, to obtain
international Student Adviser: individual guidance on CVs, interview techniques and
Third Floor, 35 Marylebone Road, London NW1 5LS generally how to get started with job seeking.
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 3261/3140/3232
Fax +44 (0)20 7911 5183 Throughout the year we organise employer led events,
Email [email protected] networking evenings, assessment centres, confidence
building sessions and self-marketing techniques.
Harrow So come and talk to us or visit us virtually. Let us help you
Maria Hewlett Building, Watford Road, to become more successful and to realise your potential.
Northwick Park, Harrow HA1 3TP We can help develop your employability while you study.
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 4023 We also offer a free service for three years after graduation.
Fax +44 (0)20 7911 5916
Email [email protected]
HOUSING
For further information visit westminster.ac.uk/canda The Unilet Housing team provide both advice and
information to full-time students of the University. Our main
nightline office is located at the front of Marylebone. You should
There is a confidential listening and information service for have already received the booklet ‘Westminster Choice’
students: Tel +44 (0)20 7631 0101 6pm-8am every night which contains information on the Halls of Residence and
during term. other services offered. You can also obtain this information
along with our contact details on our website at
westminster.ac.uk/accommodation
Temporary accommodation in the University’s Halls for the

summer vacation can be booked through Unilet Vacations,
tel +44 (0)20 7911 5181, email
[email protected]
Out of hours, the UK’s Shelterline provide an emergency

housing service, tel 0808 800 4444.
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UNivErSiTY SErviCES
STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES For further information please visit

westminster.ac.uk/studenthealth or contact us at:
This is a nurse-run service providing treatment and health
advice during term-time university hours for most ailments, Harrow
injuries and ill health, as well as help and advice relating Room EG4
to disabilities and chronic problems that might affect your Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 4107
studies or University life.
There are clinics at both the Harrow and central London Marylebone
sites and a doctor is available by appointment via Third Floor, 35 Marylebone Road
the nurses. Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5186
First aiders are present on all sites; they are volunteers and Please note that this is not a National Health Service
should only be called upon in case of accidents or sudden (NHS) General Practice; you must register with one in the
illness.We also offer advice for other health matters, eg area in which you live, as soon as you move in. Information
travel or work vaccines, contraception (and free condoms), about the NHS, how to register, eligibility etc is available
sexual health, lifestyle issues (anxiety, homesickness, flat- at nhs.uk
sharing, nutrition, fitness etc) and dental enquiries. The
If you live in Halls, information about local GPs will be
waiting areas are always open and have a wide range of
provided on arrival. Subsequently you will be asked to
information in the form of leaflets and posters.
provide evidence that you have registered.
university services
Polyclinic Interfaith advice

in its expanding role within the University across the four
The University’s central london clinic offers a unique
campuses, we aim to provide a wealth of individual,
grouping of complementary therapies at affordable prices to
community, society, and online resources, for the full
its students and staff and to the general public. no referral
spectrum between ‘inter-religious’ and secular contexts
is needed. Treatment is given or observed by advanced
within the wider social, cultural, and historical relationships.
level Westminster complementary medicine students under
the supervision of experienced practitioners. We are in the process of developing involvement at every
level, some aspects include:
The range of possible treatments includes acupuncture,
aromatherapy, chinese herbal medicine, craniosacral • facilitation of events or activities
therapy, western herbal medicine, homœopathy, nutritional • mediation and reconciliation
therapy, osteopathy, therapeutic bodywork and massage, • consideration in lifestyle choices
quigong tuina, naturopathy and reflexology. • Islamic counselling
Tel +44 (0)20 7911 5041 for an appointment For further information, or to make an appointment
or email [email protected] with our advisor in the first instance, please email
[email protected]
chaPlaincy: FaiTh
and SPiriTUaliTy SPorT and rEcrEaTion
The chaplains offer personal and spiritual support to people The University aims to provide a professional as well as
of all faiths or none in the University through prayer, advice, affordable health and fitness service to staff, students and
information, and links with local faith communities. any members of the public throughout the year. all levels are
student or staff member, regardless of his/her religious provided for from beginner to international level. Some
conviction, is free to contact one of the chaplains available of our ‘open’ clubs have celebrated their centenary and
on all sites at advertised times in the week. chaplains there are members who compete at international level in
welcome anyone in need of someone to talk to for some sports. Students can join most of these clubs for a
confidential pastoral support; to listen and offer informal nominal fee.
counselling; for personal prayer or to help arrange an event
to mark a festival or reflect in a time of crisis. The University’s excellent facilities include a major sports
ground down by the river Thames at chiswick and on-
The chaplaincy Team is committed to overcoming site sports halls and fitness suites at regent and harrow.
perceived divides and boundaries, promoting dialogue Services offered at both sites include fitness assessment,
and understanding between people of different faith exercise prescription, body composition measurement and
commitments, cherishing and celebrating the diversity one-to-one personal training. For further information visit
of the University community. chaplains can be seen by westminster.ac.uk/sport
appointment on any of the University sites. For details,
visit westminster.ac.uk/chaplaincy The Students’ Union (UWSU) has many active sports
teams, and the University has a policy to leave Wednesday
Contacts: afternoons free throughout the year to allow you to
Email [email protected] participate in the teams. UWSU are affiliated to BUcS,
Tel 020 7911 5000 ext 3400 the national organisation for student sport, who organise
regional and national student leagues in a diverse range
Quiet and Prayer Rooms of sports. Find out more and sign up at our Freshers
The University aims to provide Multifaith Quiet rooms Fairs, between 11am and 3pm on 1 october in P3 at
and Muslim Prayer rooms on each site. Marylebone (for all central london students) and on 3
october in the Sports hall at harrow, or visit uwsu.com for
further details.
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university services
StudentS with Specific Disability Adviser (central London)

tel +44 (0)20 7915 5456
learning difficultieS
or diSabilitieS Disability Adviser (Harrow site)
tel +44 (0)20 8357 7360
the term ‘disability’ is used to cover a wide variety of
conditions, not just those that are visible. disability can Disability Services Manager
include dyslexia, dyspraxia, add/adhd, asperger’s, long-
tel +44 (0)20 7911 5163
term chronic medical conditions such as Me, or serious
back injury, or long-term mental health problems – namely Dyslexia Adviser (central London)
any medical condition that has a long term impact on the tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 2427
ability to study.
Dyslexia Adviser (Harrow site)
Students with disabilities are welcome at the university and
there are various ways in which support is provided. these tel +44 (0)20 7911 5000 ext 4344
include liaison with external agencies, help and advice on email [email protected]
sources of funding, library support, and study skills tuition
for students with dyslexia. Special exam arrangements may for individual email addresses of advisers and for more
be arranged in particular circumstances. extensions for detailed information please visit the disability Services
coursework deadlines are not automatically available. website at westminster.ac.uk/disability
if you have a condition which is likely to affect your studies

you are encouraged to declare it at enrolment. however,
please note that declaring your disability does not mean
that support will automatically be put in place. in order
to access any support you need to register with disability
Services and provide up to date medical evidence, or an
up-to-date report confirming Specific learning difficulties
(dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia). You are strongly advised
to do this at the earliest opportunity in order that support
can be co-ordinated in a timely fashion.
UNivErSiTY SErviCES
HEALTH AND SAFETY EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

The University of Westminster complies with requirements At the University of Westminster we have a strong
under Section 3(i) of the Health and Safety at Work Act commitment to embracing diversity and promoting equality.
1974. The University has a responsibility to its students This is supported by robust internal policies and initiatives,
and members of the public visiting its sites, but each student including the Respect for People diversity programme for
has a responsibility to conduct themselves so as not to staff, which forms an important part of our commitment to
endanger their own health and safety or the health raising awareness and enhancing understanding of key
and safety of others. issues related to diversity.
The University has a legal obligation to keep a record of all We want everyone in the University to be confident that they
incidents that occur on its premises and students involved will be treated with respect and dignity, and to be equally
in any accident, however slight, are required to report the committed to providing a supportive environment
circumstances immediately to a First aider, other named for students and staff alike.
Safety Contact or their supervisor.
The University is a gateway to professional life and personal
Please refer to the Code of Behaviour on Health and Safety development for more than 22,000 students. We are rightly
at westminster.ac.uk/policiesandcodes proud of our diverse student population, from the UK and
150 other nations and have gained significant recognition
It is a requirement of the Regulations Governing Student for our success in widening participation and supporting
Conduct that this Code is observed. international students.
Special Codes of Conduct have been prepared to keep Careers and Student Employment (CaSE) recognises
specialist areas of the University safe. These are as follows: such diversity as an asset in our society and proudly
• Computer laboratories promotes this to employers who seek to recruit University
• Bioscience laboratories of Westminster graduates. For further information visit the
• Libraries Fusion website at westminster.ac.uk/careers
• Halls of Residence
• Teaching environments
• Studios and workshops
Full copies of these Codes are available online at

=
To report accidents, students should contact a first aider or

building reception.
Health and Safety Policies and Procedures can be found at

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fiNal YEar STUdENTS
• TRANSCRIPTS AND AWARD CERTIFICATES • PRESENTATION CEREMONIES
• NSS • REFERENCES
= • DESTINATION OF LEAVERS FROM HIGHER • ALUMNI SERVICES
EDUCATION SURVEY
TRANSCRIPTS AND For further information about taking part or opting

out please visit the student survey website at
AWARD CERTIFICATES thestudentsurvey.com
Your final transcript is a formal record of learning The results of the National Student Survey are published
and achievement which sets out all the modules you have on the Unistats comparison website at unistats.com in the
completed successfully and the academic credits you have Autumn term.
gained with the overall module percentage mark for each.
This transcript is issued at the end of the academic session
to all students who have paid their fees. DESTINATIONS OF LEAVERS FROM
The award certificate is issued in the months following the
HIGHER EDUCATION SURVEY (DLHE)
final Assessment Board meeting for each course. The Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey
(DLHE) tracks the employment and further study status of all
NATIONAL STUDENT SURVEY (NSS) UK and EU domiciled graduates six months after they have
completed a course of study. Institutional DLHE results are
The National Student Survey (NSS) seeks final-year submitted to the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA)
undergraduate students’ views on the quality of their each year and form the basis of national statistical charts
academic experience. Undergraduate students are invited and league tables.
to complete the National Student Survey in the final year
of their course, and are strongly encouraged to participate The results of the Destinations of Leavers from Higher
in this national initiative, supported by the University of Education Survey (DHLE) are published on the TQI website
Westminster Students’ Union and the National Union at westminster.ac.uk/tqi in the Autumn term.
of Students.
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final year students
Presentation Ceremonies reFerenCes

the Presentation Ceremonies are held annually, usually students may seek references from academics who are
in november and December, at the Barbican Centre familiar with them and their work, such as course leaders,
and royal Festival Hall. these provide an opportunity for personal tutors, dissertation, project or work-placement
successful students to have their achievements supervisors, for use in applications for employment or
publicly applauded. further study. You are advised to choose a referee who is
best placed to comment on your ability. You must ask the
During the spring and summer terms finalists are individual concerned before giving their name as a referee.
sent a Graduation Pack. it is important that all students
keep their term-time postal address details up to date on
the student records system (via srsWeb) and that ticket
alumni serviCes
applications for the ceremonies are made by the due date. When you graduate you become an alumnus
For full details of the ceremonies, please visit of the university of Westminster. this gives you
westminster.ac.uk/ceremonies access to a range of events to help you celebrate
your achievement:
• Graduation Ball
• valediction Ceremony
• Presentation Ceremony at the Barbican Centre and
royal Festival Hall
as an alumnus you can stay in touch with the university
and your fellow graduates through the annual
Network magazine and email newsletters. the alumni
services also provide alum special social events and
networking opportunities.
to receive further special discounts and benefits, you can

join the alumni association. For further information visit
westminster.ac.uk/alumni
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ACADEMIC YEAR DATES
THE FULL TERM AND SEMESTER DATES FOR 2009/10, INCLUDING DETAILS OF UNIVERSITY VACATIONS, GUIDED
INDEPENDENT STUDY WEEKS, PUBLICATION OF RESULTS AND THE END DATE FOR THE STUDENT YEAR ARE AVAILABLE
AT WESTMINSTER.AC.UK/ACADEMICCALENDAR
UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR
5 October 2009 Enrolment and Induction starts this week
12 October – 18 December 2009 Semester One teaching takes place
25 January – 23 April 2010 Semester Two teaching takes place
4 May – 28 May 2010 The University examination period
12 July 2010 The referral assessment period takes place this week
POSTGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR
28 September 2009 Enrolment and Induction starts this week
12 October – 18 December 2009 Semester One teaching takes place
25 January – 23 April 2010 Semester Two teaching takes place
4 May – 28 May 2010 The University examination period
12 July 2010 The referral assessment period takes place this week
31 May 2010 onwards Postgraduate Project preparation takes place
30 September 2010 Final submission deadline for all dissertations and projects
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rEgEnT
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of Westminster a contract is formed. The terms of this • Produce documentary evidence that you satisfy
contract include the following, and your acceptance of a the entrance requirements for the course, or
place is expressly subject to them. You will be required have qualifications deemed equivalent by the University;
as a condition of enrolment to abide by the University’s and
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use all reasonable endeavours to deliver the courses and property or intellectual property other than through the
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ESSENTIAL WESTmINSTEr

ESSENTIAL WESTMINSTER • STUDENT GUIDE • 2009/10

WESTmINSTEr.AC.UK THE STUDENT GUIDE 2009/10: SUPPOrT • SErVICES • GUIDANCE

WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION....................4 THE USE OF INFORMATION....................... 23

• ENROLMENT FOR TAUGHT COURSES • FREEDOM OF INFORMATION AND

• PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND • MITIGATING CIRCUMSTANCES

All students should familiarise themselves with the contents

ENVIRONMENTAL ETHOS: PARTICIPATE

ENROLMENT FOR NEW STUDENTS ONLINE

For further information on Research degrees and the

STUDENT ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT: LOCATIONS

School of Life Sciences

School of Media, Arts and Design

Westminster Business School

Westminster Business School

PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION AND COMMUNICATION

You can also access your account online via

Blackboard TUTORIAL AND STUDENT SUPPORT

For more information on PDP see published guidance from

SRSWEB AND STUDENT POLYLANG

For most programmes you need to have the language skills

For the list of countries and institutional links, and details of

AcAdemic writing mAryLeBOne BOOKS

HOW TO PAY YOUR FEES TUITION FEE LOANS

STUDENTS FROM THE UNITED COUNCIL TAX

STUDENT FEEDBACK UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER

We also run an active student newspaper and student MEnToring

FrEEdoM oF SPEECH STUdEnT AMBASSAdor SCHEME

information is collected throughout the year and is UNISTATS

STUDENT RIGHTS STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

CODES AND POLICIES Codes of behaviour relate to specific regulations with

details the process that is instigated when there has been

ESSENTIAL REGULATIONS EXAM AND

PUBLICATION OF RESULTS UNIVERSITY

SPECIAL EXAM AND APPEALS AND COMPLAINTS

SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ADVICE

COUNSELLING AND INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVICE

Temporary accommodation in the University’s Halls for the

Out of hours, the UK’s Shelterline provide an emergency

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES For further information please visit

Polyclinic Interfaith advice

StudentS with Specific Disability Adviser (central London)

if you have a condition which is likely to affect your studies

HEALTH AND SAFETY EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

Full copies of these Codes are available online at

To report accidents, students should contact a first aider or

Health and Safety Policies and Procedures can be found at

TRANSCRIPTS AND For further information about taking part or opting

Presentation Ceremonies reFerenCes

to receive further special discounts and benefits, you can

UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR

5 October 2009 Enrolment and Induction starts this week

12 October – 18 December 2009 Semester One teaching takes place

25 January – 23 April 2010 Semester Two teaching takes place

4 May – 28 May 2010 The University examination period

POSTGRADUATE ACADEMIC CALENDAR

28 September 2009 Enrolment and Induction starts this week

12 October – 18 December 2009 Semester One teaching takes place

25 January – 23 April 2010 Semester Two teaching takes place

4 May – 28 May 2010 The University examination period