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1 Course Handbook
Master of Public Policy
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Legal notice This Handbook is produced for your guidance only. Your registration with the University is governed solely
by the provisions of the Charter, Statutes, Ordinances, and Regulations of the University and such other
rules affecting students as may be made by or on behalf of the University Court or the Academic Council.
Nothing in this Handbook shall form part of any contract between you and the University and your
registration for any module or module taught in the Faculty of Social Sciences is subject to this express
condition.
You should take the University's general and specific safety procedures seriously. It is your responsibility
to familiarise yourself with these including the location of emergency exits, muster points, etc., to respect
the physical fabric of the University's buildings, and to do nothing which might jeopardise safety
procedures. Particular attention to safety and security is required in the University Library.
DISCLAIMER: Information contained in this module handbook is correct at its completion date of
2.9.19. However, throughout the academic year, it may be necessary for amendments to be made
to its contained information. Direct hyperlinks to relevant policies, regulations and guidance have
been included to ensure you have access to accurate and up to date information should any
significant change be made, you will be notified via CANVAS.
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Welcome from Dean of Faculty
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, one of the largest Faculties
in the University. Our staff and students are drawn from all over the globe
and come together to experience a friendly but challenging intellectual
environment. Our work is well represented in national and international
journals, at academic conferences around the world and in the media. We
teach and research in a wide range of disciplines, and we are committed to
multi- and inter-disciplinary study.
We have a strong postgraduate community and our undergraduate programmes facilitate progression to
postgraduate study. The Faculty of Arts and Humanities is proud of its rich and vibrant culture, and we regularly
stage a wide range of exhibitions, events and conferences. A vibrant intellectual community is constantly
enriched and renewed by the contribution of visiting scholars and practitioners. We believe that University life
is about much more than the passing of exams and we encourage staff and students to participate in all aspects
of University life. We also have strong links with the local community.
There are four divisions in the Faculty, Communications, Media and Culture; History and Politics; Law and
Philosophy and Literature and Languages, all dedicated to supporting our students in their desire to
explore, to innovate and to create. One of the largest Faculties in the University, we offer students a broad
range of subjects to study in an exciting, research led and highly interdisciplinary environment. Our subject
areas are renowned for international and world leading research, which is well represented in national
and international journals, at academic conferences around the world and in the media. Our teaching is
regarded as innovative and the levels of student satisfaction are consistently high. A vibrant intellectual
community is constantly enriched and renewed by the contribution of visiting scholars and practitioners.
I invite you to seize the opportunities we open for you and immerse yourself in our culture of enquiry and
endeavour.
Professor Richard Oram
Dean of Faculty
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Section 1: Useful information
Who’s who?
The full staff directory for the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and all subjects can be found here.
The programme team are:
Who Role Contact
Dr Paul Cairney Programme Director
Leads the programme [email protected]
Dr Paul Cairney
Coordinates these modules: MPPPP01 MPPPP03 MPPPP03 MPPPPDS
Academic team Optional modules Contact details for module coordinators can be found within your module handbooks.
Advisor of Studies
Offers advice on: module choices, Courses of study and progression requirements; on the University’s academic and other regulations
Please see your student portal
Graduate Studies Office
Provides administrative support to the programme team and students
Room A11, Pathfoot Building
Monday – Friday, 9am to 5 pm
01786 466220
Email Address: [email protected]
Useful University Contacts Information Contact
Emergency Extension For emergency services, day or night
2222
Induction A-Z A-Z of useful information, definitions, guidance and links
Student Information Links to all student services and support
Student Hub
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All Library and IT Information
For all information on library and information services
University email accounts
Computing Labs
Printing and Photocopying in the Library and student labs
Connecting your PC
Student Printing
Enquiries – Information Centre Library: 01786 467250 [email protected]
Student Programmes Office Module registration, academic progress matters, interruption of studies from studies
Enrolment Administrative enrolment and module registration
Fees and Finance Payment of tuition fees [email protected]
01786 466022
Visas and Immigration Advice Immigration status, applications, visa extensions, guidance on leave
01786 46 6652 or 7028
Accommodation Services Student accommodation [email protected]
Student Learning Services Advice on learning and assessment
Student Support Services Finance and welfare advice, counselling and disability support
Career and Employability Service Careers information and guidance [email protected]
Car Parking Office Parking permits [email protected]
Other University Contact Information
A comprehensive A-Z of information
Personal tutors
You will be allocated a personal tutor who will be a member of academic staff within your subject area
when you enrol. You will normally retain the same personal tutor throughout your studies. The first
meeting with your personal tutor should take place within the first six weeks of semester (first 2 weeks for
new first years). For more details click here.
The main purpose of a personal tutor is to help students feel part of the University community. They are
a specific and consistent source of guidance, information and support for students throughout their
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studies. The tutor should be your first formal point of contact for general academic guidance and pastoral
support.
Important dates
Find key dates on the portal here.
Staff/student communications Following consultation with students and staff across the Faculty these guiding principles sets out
responsibilities of both staff and students in communicating well with each other.
Staff will:
Who Consider who needs to know the information and target the communication to the right audience.
What In exceptional circumstances, where changes must be made to timetables, rooms or Feedback and Guidance sessions communicate these as quickly as possible by e-mail and Canvas (and any other appropriate method), giving the reasons for the change.
In exceptional circumstances, where feedback will be returned late, this must be communicated as quickly as possible by e-mail and Canvas, giving reasons for the delay and a new return date.
Clearly outline to students whom they should contact for module and Course information
Advise their students (including personal tutees) of Feedback and Guidance session arrangements.
How Only use University channels (i.e. not personal e-mail accounts)
Use clear, easy to understand, plain English in all communications
Communicate courteously and in a professional tone to students via all communications
Use appropriate e-mail footers giving their contact details and hours of work (if appropriate) and promptly advise students of any changes
Use “Out of Office” e-mail messages when unable to respond to messages promptly
Provide students with sufficient notice to participate in, and attend, events.
When Staff will respond to, and send e-mails only during the working day, from 8.00am - 6.00pm, unless students attend classes out with this period, or in exceptional circumstances
Staff will respond to an email within three working days (Mon-Fri) unless they are away from the University, which will be notified by the use of an e-mail “Out of Office” message.
Students will:
Who Consider who needs to know the information and target the communication to the right audience
What Use Feedback and Guidance Sessions to discuss any issues with academic staff
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Advise the University if they are unable to attend class in line with the attendance and engagement policy
Contact their personal tutor or postgraduate academic contact as appropriate, with any concerns regarding their student or learning experience as soon as possible
How Check Course and module information for details of who to contact about their Course, and the Portal for details of personal tutors and advisors of studies
Communicate clearly, courteously and in a professional tone to all staff
Only use their University e-mail to communicate with University staff
Recognise that it is not acceptable to ignore relevant communications from staff
When Check for University communications via e-mail, the Portal and Canvas at least once a day
Respond to staff emails in a professional manner and promptly within three working days
Stay in touch Keep your contact details up to date so we can contact you. Even after you leave the University, stay in
touch as our careers service can still help you find jobs and our alumni network are very active in helping
each other and current students.
Getting started: module registration and online administrative enrolment For new students - Until you have registered and enrolled you will not gain access to Canvas. The process
for module registration and online administration enrolment for all postgraduate students can be found
here.
For continuing students - all students are required to undertake Administrative Enrolment and you must
complete the process before you are permitted to continue with your studies. Students billed on a
semester basis will be required to enrol each semester. Should you change your mode of attendance
within the academic session, you will need to enrol again under your new mode of attendance. More
information here.
Canvas
Canvas is used by the University to give students access to course materials, relevant module notifications
and information and other useful electronic resources. Canvas is central to your studies. Therefore, it is
essential you familiarise yourself with it. Once you are registered and enrolled, you will gain access to
Canvas. Many modules will use a mixture of online supporting materials and traditional seminars and
lectures to deliver a module, although some are delivered entirely online.
When will I see my modules on Canvas?
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Semester 1 Students - Canvas access will be activated for semester 1 students once you have completed
enrolment, and collected your ID card.
Continuing students - Assuming all enrolment tasks are completed and you have collected your ID card.
Finding your way around
The Faculty of Arts and Humanities is located in the Pathfoot Building. Please see here for maps of campus
and also disabled access entries. For information about car parking at the University please click here.
International students
International students can find useful information here to help them adjust to life at Stirling, including help
to develop your English.
Disabled students
We offer help and support for students with a range of disabilities. More details can be found here.
Section 2: Course structure(s) and aims The Course structure, aims, module information and intended learning outcomes, employability,
internationalisation and skills development can be found in the Programme Specification found here.
The structure of the degree and modules available can be found here.
Graduate attributes
Graduate attributes are the high-level qualities, skills and understandings that you should gain as a result
of engaging with the opportunities Stirling offers. This ‘graduateness’ is what sets you apart from those
without a degree, and is the added value graduates offer.
Through your degree and opportunities at the University of Stirling you will become a subject specialist,
with in‐depth knowledge, understanding and skills associated with your discipline(s). Our ambition is that
you will also be confident, aspirational graduates with the right skills and attitudes to connect; innovate
and transform, as you will have opportunities to become:
Connected
• With your discipline(s) knowledge, understanding and skills with a range of complex real world issues with contributions from alumni, private, public and third sector to develop your employability skills
• with knowledge, experiences and people providing different perspectives, to understand different
cultures, beliefs and traditions
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• and work with one another as an inclusive learning community and with the wider community
• and communicate effectively through digital and other media
Innovative
• through active and ethical research
• through using the latest global research and new technologies to develop new understandings and
creative solutions
• through independent critical and reflective thinking
• through identifying opportunities to improve what you do and taking action
Transformative
• through your intellectual, sporting and cultural passion and excellence through sharing new
perspectives and broadening your horizons through being professional, adaptable and resilient and
equipped to succeed in the global market place
• through being an active global citizen who is socially, culturally and environmentally aware
Further study
You might also be thinking about further study at research postgraduate level. We have Courses at both
postgraduate taught masters level and can supervise PhD’s in a range of specialisms. See the full range of
Research Degrees available here and speak to your personal tutor about how to find out more.
Section 3: the rules The University’s postgraduate regulations, which govern this Course can be found here.
University attendance requirements
The University expects that students will engage fully and proactively with their studies and the learning
and teaching activities within their Course of study.
You are expected to:
• Consistently and proactively engage with all aspects of your Course of study, and meet any
attendance and engagement requirements associated with each of your modules.
• Ensure you have an understanding of the structure and curriculum content of your modules and
overall Course, and actively seeking advice if any aspect of this is unclear.
• Advising your personal tutor of absence, which is likely/has, had a significant impact on your
studies.
• Respond to communications from members of staff of the University as requested.
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• Use the support systems in place to seek advice and guidance where this may be beneficial in
relation to challenges or difficulties that may be experienced. The University’s support systems
include personal tutors, advisers of studies and central support services.
• Ensure that academic approval is obtained for a period of time away from study during a
dissertation period, and that only one such period is taken, for a maximum of 14 calendar days.
• Ensure you maintain up-to-date contact details via the Student Portal.
• Inform the University of any absences as outlined here.
• Ensure that you check your University of Stirling email account on a regular basis for any formal
notifications/communications.
See the Attendance and Engagement policy for further details. See the module handbook for specific
requirements for that module.
Points of contact for tier 4 taught students and their immigration responsibilities
If you hold a Tier 4 student visa, the University is obliged to monitor and report on your engagement. Tier
4 students are required to comply with administrative contact points throughout the year. More
information here.
You should contact [email protected] if you have any questions regarding your Tier 4 visa
responsibilities or other matters relating to your Tier 4 Visa.
Assessment
The University Quality Handbook provides a framework for assessment practices to ensure that all
assessment is carried out consistently and equitably across the University.
Postgraduate Qualifications and Awards
Details of Postgraduate qualifications and awards can be found here.
Qualified Pass
A student who has marginally failed a module may be eligible for a qualified pass and the award of credits
for that module. See here for more details.
Retention of coursework
Please note that four months after the relevant Board of Examiners, all coursework not collected by
students, and all examination scripts, are destroyed (particular circumstances apply if assessment
materials form part of an appeal or are required for professional/statutory bodies. Please refer to the
University’s policy on retention of taught course assessed materials and research theses).
Professionalism and Social networking
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All students are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the University’s guidance on online networking
and contact Information Services with any queries.
All students are bound by the student code which sets out basic principles of conduct. In particular:
• you acknowledge that the campus is a place of study and work, and for many it is also their home. You agree to conduct yourself in a manner that ensures your behaviour is consistently respectful and considerate to all other members of the University community, visitors to the campus, and to the campus facilities and grounds.
• You will behave responsibly and appropriately on all occasions in the communities surrounding the campus, and elsewhere in the wider public community during your time as a student.
• You accept that as a member of the University of Stirling community, in all your interactions your behaviour reflects directly upon the University. This includes activity relevant to your programme of study, external placements, research, and participation or engagement in extra-curricular activities, and you agree to conduct yourself appropriately as a representative of the University of Stirling.
• You have a right to freedom of speech and expression and recognise that this carries responsibility along with it. You accept that you should exercise this right in all your communications and interactions with fellow students, staff and members of the public in a way that is appropriate and that does not represent abuse, bullying, harassment, threat, defamation, slander or libel.
• You will be courteous and professional when interacting with staff and fellow students and expect that University staff will be consistently fair, courteous, efficient and professional in their interactions with you.
• You accept that a breach of the Student Code will be taken seriously by the University and that
disciplinary action may be instigated against you.
Section 4 - information on employability and careers In addition to the employability skills which are embedded in your programme, events and opportunities
are offered in the Faculty and through the Careers and Employability Service (CES). This includes our ILM
accredited Postgraduate Plus+ programme which offers students the opportunity to develop employability
skills alongside their studies. Opportunities will be advertised via TARGETconnect so log in to get tailored
event information. TARGETconnect also offers details of a wide range of internships, part time jobs and
graduate opportunities.
Why you need work or volunteering experience
Getting into paid employment without relevant work experience can be very difficult, especially as more
and more students are entering the graduate labour market. Some people are fortunate in obtaining a
part-time job or work placement in the career area they are interested in. Although in many cases this is
not possible, it is important to recognise that all work experience is valuable.
Whatever way you gain experience, you will be gaining and further developing transferable skills that
employers are looking for, as well as helping you decide what you would like (or not like to do) in the
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future. Adding this work experience to your CV, in addition to your degree, will help you stand out from
the crowd.
Work experience, volunteering and internships
Find out more information here.
Work experience enables you to gain the skills that you will need for your future career. It gives you the
opportunity to put your theoretical knowledge into practice, and also lets you research and try out
potential future career areas to confirm or reject your ideas. At the same time you could be better off
financially while increasing your awareness of workplace culture. It will also help you build a network of
contacts which could be useful in the future or with your dissertation or class projects.
Students are expected to be aware of their own study commitments and not to take employment that will
adversely affect their academic work. A maximum of 15 hours work in term time is strongly recommended.
For Tier 4 students - If you plan to undertake a work placement, paid or unpaid, during your studies then
you should notify [email protected]. You should submit the name of the company where you
will be based, their location and the start and end date of the placement. If the work placement is an
integral and assessed part of your course then the Student Immigration Team must report all details to
UKVI before you start your placement.
If you plan to work at all during your studies then you should ask the Student Immigration Team for a
letter for your employer setting out semester dates and any restrictions on the hours you can work.
There are strict restrictions on Tier 4 students working and you should seek guidance if you are unclear
about what you can and cannot do.
Apply for summer internship Courses organised by big employers
These are very competitive and require early application, usually by an online application form, some
before Christmas. For many employers, these placements are an extended interview to help them decide
if they want to take you on after graduation.
Organise your own work experience by contacting employers directly Send a CV and covering letter to organisations you are interested in and follow up with a phone call.
Networking is another way of finding local opportunities. Go to events where you are likely to meet people
in the field of work you are interested in and try and speak to them. Make sure you contact organisations
a few months before you want to start work.
Consider contacting people about work shadowing
Make the most of any opportunity you can to shadow a professional working in a career area of interest
to increase your understanding and build up a useful network of contacts.
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You may know someone who works in the field you are interested in. There is no harm in contacting them.
Alternatively, send your CV and a covering letter to organisations you would like to work for, and follow
this up with a phone call.
Volunteering
Voluntary work enables you to gain an insight into a career area of interest in order to help you decide if
it is definitely for you. It can also help you gain specific practical experience that is required to get into a
particular career area, e.g. developing classroom skills for a career in teaching. Volunteering also helps
develop transferable skills that may be useful in a wide variety of career areas, e.g. organisational, team
working, interpersonal and presentation skills.
There are a number of ways in which you can volunteer right here on campus that will look great on your
CV, including:
• Become a Student Ambassador – assisting students and their relatives/friends on campus during
open days, applicant days, visit afternoons and individual tours.
• Volunteer as a Course Representative – represent your fellow students at meetings with
academic staff.
• Get involved in the Student’s Union – including clubs and societies, student representation,
committee membership, coaching and the international student buddy scheme.
Get advice
If you would like to discuss work experience, or your career plans with a Careers Adviser then you can
book a Quick Queries appointment online and check out the information on the website. You can also call
01786 467070.
Section 5: Changes to your Course Change in mode of study
A student can change mode of study, provided that the mode of study definition is satisfied, and there is
sufficient capacity on the course of study. There may be financial and, where relevant, visa implications of
a change for the student. If you wish to transfer between full and part-time study, contact Student
Programmes.
Change of Course
A student can change course of study, provided that (i) admissions criteria for entry to the new Course and
year of study are met; (ii) the requirements of the degree Course table for the new Course are or can be
met; and (iii) there is a space on that Course of study (and its compulsory modules). There may be financial
and, where relevant, visa implications of a change for the student.
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Students seeking to change their degree Course are advised to speak to the Adviser of Studies for the
course they want to change to. Further information can be found on the Adviser of Studies webpages.
Withdrawing from or changing a module You can withdraw from a module no later than two weeks from the commencement of teaching you must
email the Student Programmes within this time period. Thereafter, fees are due for the module, and the
module will remain on your record with a result of failure to comply with published requirements. If you
have the link “Change your module selection” on your portal home page, you can make the change
yourself, if you have the link “Need to change modules?” you need to email the Student Programmes so
the change can be completed manually.
Leave of absence
A leave of absence is an authorised break in a student’s studies. More information can be found here, and
queries should be directed to [email protected].
Withdrawal from university
During your studies, there may be a time when you consider withdrawing from the University. Further
information on what your options are and who to speak with can be found here.
Section 6: Student participation and feedback Let us know
If you have any concerns, let your tutor or a member of staff know immediately, don’t wait until module
feedback questionnaires or Student Staff Feedback Committee meetings. We will respond with
constructive feedback as soon as possible.
Module Feedback Module Feedback evaluations are carried out each semester and are an important way of getting student
feedback on the modules we teach. Module Co-ordinators consider the feedback received from module
questionnaires along with feedback from Student Staff Feedback Committee(s) as part of the Module
Review process. Full details of the how to participate in giving feedback on your modules can be found
here.
Faculty officer
There is a Faculty Officer for postgraduate students paired to a senior member of staff to look at how
students are experiencing their studies. This can be anything from student employability, assessment and
feedback, lecturing, modules, research and so on.
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The Faculty Officer help support course reps for each module and take forward any issues or
commendations they have about their courses. The officer acts as a liaison with the course reps, providing
them with support on their roles and provides a connection to senior decision makers within the
University. The faculty officer ensure that staff know what students want and aim to continually improve
the learning experience.
The Faculty Officer for the Faculty of Arts and Humanities is appointed in 1st semester and their details will
be shared.
If you are interested in more information about the role or if you are thinking of running for a post look
out for the recruitment emails in September. Remember that being at University is not just about sitting
in the classroom and reading in the library, it’s an opportunity to be an active part of your learning and
make decisions that can change how your degree is delivered.
For more information contact the Students Union.
Section 7: student academic appeals and complaints We are committed to providing an excellent education and high quality services to our students from
enrolment to graduation. You can look at our complaints guidance that will help you make a complaint.
You can also seek help from the Students’ Union, who have staff with experience of supporting students
with complaints.
Academic appeals
An appeal is a request for a review of a decision of an academic body charged with making decisions on
student progression, assessment and awards. For details of the rights, grounds and procedure for appeals,
please click here.
Complaints handling procedure (CHP) The CHP aims to provide a framework which enables the University to resolve issues of dissatisfaction as
close to the initial point of contact as possible and to conduct thorough and fair investigations of
complaints. Further details are available here.
Code of student discipline
The Code of Student Discipline is located here.
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Section 8: Students’ Union The Union is there to make your time as a student the very best it can be! For more info on the Students
Union checkout their website at stirlingstudentsunion.com
Facebook: facebook.com/stirlingstudentsunion
Twitter and Instagram: @stirlingunion
Union Support and Advocacy
Your Students’ Union recognises that many things can affect your student experience and even affect your
studies. They offer confidential support, information and guidance including specialist support and
representation for academic appeals, disciplinary proceedings, academic misconduct, fitness to practice
referrals, professional progress referrals and complaints. They are independent from and complement the
services offered by the University.
No matter how trivial or how serious the issue seems, you don’t have to deal with it on your own. They
won’t judge you but they will do what they can to help you achieve the best possible outcome for your
situation. Call, email or drop in to the Students’ Union office and your enquiry will be handled in confidence
and directed to the person who may best help you, or they will signpost you to other services where
appropriate.
You don’t need to be on the Stirling campus to access support. Your Union can support you by phone and
email and can also make arrangements, when required, for you to have Union representation in person at
your campus.
Tel: 01786 467166
Email: [email protected]
Module representatives
Module reps volunteer at the beginning of each semester to act as a voice for students on their module.
Module Reps take forward any issues or concerns students have about their modules to Faculty staff as
well as views and opinions on where academic staff are doing really amazing things.
Module reps are offered professional training in their role and are supported by their division’s Faculty
Officer. Reps attend the Faculties Student Staff Feedback Committee twice each semester to discuss
developments with module staff and to resolve any issues. This role is a great way to get involved in your
degree and a brilliant way of getting to know the staff in the faculty a little bit more. To become a rep,
listen out for the role in your first few lectures and put yourself forward by clicking the Volunteer button
on your module’s Canvas page. More info on the role can be found here.
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Section 9: Health and safety In the event of an emergency Dial 2222 (internal phone), 01786 467999 (if calling from a mobile phone).
Keep these details on your phone in case you need them. Be prepared to state the service you require,
the extension from which you are calling, the location of the emergency, your name and any other relevant
information.
The University‘s safety policy is available here. In the interests of health and safety, students are asked to
comply with all safety notices and procedures and to report any hazards they become aware of within the
university‘s buildings or on the campus grounds.
Faculty Health and Safety Officer: Lesley McIntosh (A11) Faculty First Aider: Catherine Mills (A68) Faculty Fire Marshall: Lesley McIntosh (A11) Faculty Fire Marshall: Kalene Craig (A63) Faculty Fire Marshal: Marie O’Brien (A11) Faculty Fire Marshall: Laura Paterson (A11) Faculty Fire Marshall: Virginia Respinger (A63) Fire exits are signed throughout the Pathfoot Building. Please familiarise yourself with these exits, in case
of emergency. There is a wheelchair refuge area behind reception
Discovering a fire
• Activate the fire alarm system
• Telephone the emergency extension 2222 (mobile: 01786 467999) giving the location
of the fire.
• Only tackle the fire with hand held extinguishers if it is safe to do so. Do not take risks.
• Leave the building by the nearest safe exit closing any doors that you pass through.
• Do not use lifts. Do not stop to collect personal belongings.
• Make your way to the nearest assembly point and await further instructions.
• Do not return to the building until it is safe to do so, this instruction will come from a member of
the University Security team.
Please note that the fire alarm is tested in Pathfoot every Tuesday between 8.30am and 9.00am. First Aid: First Aiders can be contacted via the 2222 (internal phone) number. First aid boxes can be
located in A11 and A63, Pathfoot Building.
Risk assessment procedures
The Faculty takes issues of health and safety and best practice for risk management very seriously. All
research projects, including postgraduate dissertation research should complete a risk assessment.
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Risk Assessment forms for Faculty activities, work based learning and fieldwork are required to be
completed to ensure all necessary precautions/regulations are met. Researchers should be aware of the
specific needs of their research for compliance with health and safety legislation. The Faculty carries out
Health and Safety inspections annually.