Governance
Appeals & Disciplinary Committee
Independent panel that hears student and staff appeals, disciplinary matters and grievance resolutions.
Purpose
The Appeals & Disciplinary Committee provides independent, fair and timely resolution of academic appeals, conduct cases and formal grievances.
Key responsibilities
- Hear academic appeals against assessment decisions and progression outcomes.
- Determine cases of alleged academic misconduct and student disciplinary breaches.
- Review staff grievances escalated under University procedures.
- Recommend policy improvements arising from casework trends.
Composition
An independent Chair, trained academic and professional service panel members, with a student member for student-facing cases.
Meets
As required, normally within four weeks of a referral.