The Student Journey
This theme contains the policies, procedures and guidance documents that may be required during a student’s journey at the University to complete their studies. The consultation for these policies and procedures will take place in the 2027/28 academic year.
Framework for Credit Transfer and Grade Conversion of Study Abroad
Students who participate in a study abroad programme that forms part of their degree programme may require the transfer of credits and/or grades. The International Programmes Office have produced a guidance Framework to Schools for the transfer of credits and the conversion of grades obtained at overseas partner universities.
In the interests of transparency, high standards and equal treatment of all students undertaking study abroad, the Framework aims to provide a common basis for those parts of the credit transfer and grade conversion process that can be standardised.
Policy on Personalised Learning for students on taught programmes
This policy sets out the University’s ethos for personalised learning, which is to promote a culture in which respect for learners is paramount and where students are actively encouraged to develop constructive academic relationships with individual teachers, together with a sense of identity within a cohort of learners. The main principles of personalised learning are:
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student choice
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scale and support
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interactivity and self-expression
Policy and Guidance for Placement Learning
Students may have to undertake a placement as part of their programme of study. These often take place off-campus in industry related to the student's programme of study.
The Policy on Placement Learning sets out the principles and processes which apply to the development, delivery, and monitoring of placement learning, to ensure consistency of practice and experience across the University, that high quality and standards are being maintained.
The Guidance for Staff provides a set of arrangements for quality assurance and enhancement of placement learning and outlines the minimum requirements that Schools, Placements Providers and students must meet.
There is also a guidance document to assist students through the placement process.
A template for confidential disclosure agreements, to be completed where the company requires this, is also available for use for students on placements.
The University's Health and Safety Services have produced University Health & Safety Arrangements: Chapter 16 - Student placements (including medical placements subject to endorsements), which contains guidance on health and safety issues as part of student placements:
Procedure and Guidance for transnational education
This document establishes the University of Manchester’s procedure for managing Transnational Education (TNE) activities, covering all credit-bearing programmes delivered outside the UK.The policy ensures proper approval, monitoring, and review of international collaborations.
Policy on the Recording of Lectures and Other Teaching and Learning Activities
This policy outlines the use and creation of “recording” material such as audio, video, and multi-modal recording of taught sessions. It applies to all forms of recordings, including lecture captures, pre-recorded material, and online broadcasts. Recordings aim to enhance learning by supporting revision, accessibility, and inclusion, they supplement rather than replace taught sessions. This Policy must be read in conjunction with the University’s Intellectual Property Policy (the“IP Policy”).
Principles and guidance for the application of APEL
This document provides guidance on the application of the accreditation of prior learning in relation to the University’s Taught Degree Regulations and Credit Framework. The Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) is the formal recognition of prior learning gained through other experience, including paid or unpaid work, self-directed study or through leisure pursuits. AP(E)L is used by the University to encourage wider participation of students, with varying educational experiences and open access to its programmes of study.
Timetabling policy
This policy ensures the delivery of high-quality timetables that support teaching and enhances the student experience. The policy aligns with relevant equity, diversity, and inclusion policies to ensure fair consideration of staff and student needs. The timetable is created using a common institutional process that considers practical constraints such as teaching facilities, programme structures, pedagogy, flexible working, and teaching availability.
Guidance on Lecture Shoutouts
Lecture “shout-outs” are announcements made before, during, or after lectures by students or staff, intended to share information relevant to the majority of students attending the lecture.
This guidance sets standards for appropriate content which should be directly related to University teaching and learning matters such as student events, student representation activities, meetings relevant to students, etc. Individuals must request permission from the lecturer in advance, detailing the content, audience, and length of the shout-out. Lecturers can decline requests if they consider the announcement is irrelevant to most attendees.
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For general queries, please e-mail teaching-policy@manchester.ac.uk