Student Policies and Procedures
There are a number of important policies and procedures with which Students should be familiar. See the below for information on each one.
Student Charter
The University College Cork Student Charter is issued jointly by the University and the University College Cork Students Union. It makes explicit some of the reciprocal responsibilities which members of the University, both staff and students, have to each other.
Download the Student Charter (39kB)
(last updated Feb. 2009)
Student Rules
The following document outlines the Rules of the University. These Rules describe the standards of conduct expected from UCC students as well as the disciplinary and appeal procedures applicable to breaches of these rules.
Download the Student Rules (652kB)
(last updated 22 March 2013)
Student Advisor and Ombudsman
The purpose of the post of Student Advisor and Ombudsman is to advise and assist students with the resolution of difficulties, complaints or grievances involving staff or services of the University in an informal manner. All enquiries to the Student Advisor and Ombudsman will remain confidential, except in cases of serious threat to life or property.
The current Student Advisor and Ombudsman is Professor Robert Devoy. Professor Devoy welcomes enquiries from students by email at studentombudsman@ucc.ie. Office space and a contact number are currently being organised.
The services provided for by this post are complementary to a range of existing student services and the Student Advisor and Ombudsman may refer relevant student issues for resolution by those services as appropriate.
Download the Student Ombudsman Terms of Reference (21kB)
Student Mental Health Policy
The Student Mental Health policy has been developed to help students fulfil their academic and personal potential and thrive in a supportive and caring environment as well as seeking to ensure that University administrative and disciplinary procedures are consistent with a positive approach to promoting mental well-being.
Download the full Student Mental Health Policy (1,172kB)
Plagiarism Policy
The plagiarism policy aims to inform undergraduate and postgraduate students about plagiarism.
Please read the full policy on the following page: UCC Plagiarism Policy
Duty of Respect & Right to Dignity
University College Cork affirms the right of all staff and students to work and study in an environment free from harassment and bullying.
Download the Duty of Respect and Right to Dignity Policy (234kB)
(February 2012)
Student Alcohol Policy
The Student Alcohol Policy was approved by the Joint Board for the Student Experience on 10 June 2010. Note as at December 2011: The Student Alcohol Policy is currently being considered by the academic bodies and the revised version will be available shortly on the website.
Download the Student Alcohol Policy (183kB)
Support for Pregnant Students
This document provides information to students and staff about the university’s approach to supporting a student who is pregnant.
Guiding Principle
The university will ensure to the greatest extent possible that any student who becomes pregnant will be accommodated to allow her complete her programme of study while maintaining academic standards. Throughout the course of the pregnancy every effort will be made to give feasible care and attention to her health and wellbeing.
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