- What is the Herts Experience Manifesto
- Student Code of Conduct
- What are my responsibilities as a student?
- What is non-academic misconduct?
- How does the disciplinary process work?
- What sanctions can be applied?
- Where can I get advice and support?
- Graduate attributes
What is the Herts Experience Manifesto
Herts is committed to promoting a culture of dignity and respect for everyone. Any form of bullying, harassment or misconduct is unacceptable and will be met with a zero-tolerance approach.
The Herts Experience Manifesto sets out what you can expect from the University and what we expect from you as a member of the University community.
The Manifesto is built around the Herts Experience Principles and supports a culture of dignity, respect, inclusion and shared responsibility.
Your Herts Experience will:
- begin before you arrive on campus
- prepare you for each stage of your studies
- help you become part of the University community
- provide clear expectations about your learning
- develop your skills and networks
- help you prepare for your future career
The Student Code of Conduct (UPR SA01) explains these expectations in more detail and outlines the standards of behaviour expected of all students.
Student Code of Conduct
The Student Code of Conduct supports a safe, respectful and positive environment for students, staff and visitors.
Read:
- Student Code of Conduct (UPR SA01)
- Statement of Responsibilities and Commitments (UPR SA01 Appendix 1)
What are my responsibilities as a student?
As a student, you are expected to:
- attend classes, events and activities where required
- engage with your studies both in person and online
- communicate with University staff when needed
- share feedback and raise concerns appropriately
- support fellow students and contribute positively to the University community
- treat others with dignity, respect and consideration
The Statement of Responsibilities and Commitments provides further information about the shared responsibilities of students and staff and should be read alongside the Student Code of Conduct.
What is non-academic misconduct?
Non-academic misconduct occurs when a student's behaviour breaches University rules, regulations or expectations outside academic matters.
Examples may include behaviour that:
- breaches University regulations
- affects the safety, wellbeing or dignity of others
- damages University property
- disrupts University activities, services or events
- fails to meet the standards expected under the Student Code of Conduct
For full details, read:
How does the disciplinary process work?
Most students will never be involved in disciplinary procedures. However, where an allegation of allegation of non-academic misconduct is made, the University and Herts SU will investigate the matter fairly and independently.
If an allegation is made
The University will:
- investigate the allegation
- determine whether there is a case to answer
- consider informal resolution where appropriate
- refer serious cases to a Student Disciplinary Panel if required
Your rights
If you are involved in a disciplinary process, you have the right to:
- be informed about the allegation
- respond to concerns raised about your conduct
- be accompanied at investigatory meetings and hearings
- request a review where permitted under the regulations
Reviews
If disciplinary sanctions are imposed, you may be able to request a review in accordance with University procedures.
Available forms include:
- Review request form following a Student Disciplinary Panel decision
- Vice-Chancellor review form for temporary suspension decisions
What sanctions can be applied?
If non-academic misconduct is proven, sanctions can range from minor to serious depending on the circumstances.
Possible outcomes include:
- informal warnings
- formal disciplinary warnings
- restrictions on University activities
- temporary suspension
- permanent exclusion from the University
For full details, see:
Where can I get advice and support?
If you are involved in a disciplinary process or would like advice about your rights and responsibilities, support is available.
Herts SU Advice & Support Centre
The Students' Union Advice & Support Centre can provide independent advice and support throughout disciplinary procedures.
They can help you understand:
- the disciplinary process
- your rights and responsibilities
- available support services
- the options available to you
Visit the Students' Union Advice & Support Centre for independent guidance and support.
Graduate attributes
The University's Graduate Attributes reflect the knowledge, skills and behaviours that help students succeed during their studies and beyond graduation.
As a Herts graduate, you will be:
- professionally focused
- globally minded
- sustainability driven
- digitally capable and confident
- inclusive and collaborative
- evidence based and ethical
Find out more about the University's Graduate Attributes.