Programme handbooks

Key content and information contained in the Programme Handbook.

The School Office will provide students with their programme handbook. Programme handbooks are an important source of information for students. They are part of the University’s academic governance framework and include programme-specific information on:

  • Supervision arrangements.
  • Thesis requirements.
  • Research skills training.
  • Professional development.
  • Teaching opportunities.
  • Research culture.

Handbooks also include information on programme organisation, assessment and feedback, key contacts and locations, student support services, opportunities for students to provide feedback on their experiences, attendance requirements, student representation structure, data protection, health and safety, and student wellbeing information.