Policy on Interruptions to Taught Programmes

 Sets out the University's policy on interruptions to taught programmes, in cases where you might need to apply to interrupt your studies if you are affected by personal or other factors that might disrupt them.  The supporting Guidance for Students on Interruptions document provides more detail on how to apply, how your School will consider any applications to interrupt studies, and what you need to do depending on whether or not your application to interrupt has been successful.

Undergraduates, Taught postgraduates

Our expectations of you under this policy:

You can refer to the policy for information when you are considering requesting an interruption to your academic studies, with further details being available in the Guidance to Students.

Your expectations of us under this policy:

Your School will follow the details set out in this policy when it is considering any applications for interrupting studies.

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Who to contact

Students should contact their Programme or School Office for advice or further information about this guidance.