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Student Misconduct
You may be involved in the Student Misconduct process if:
- You need to report the behaviour of another student which amounts to misconduct
- You have had a misconduct report made against you
The Student Academic Affairs Team will manage this process and can talk you through the various stages, potential outcomes and how to get the help and support you need.
At Ulster University, we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, inclusive environment for all members of our community.
The Student Conduct Ordinance ensures the University can address any behaviour by students which falls outside the standard we expect.
Student misconduct undermines our core values and can negatively impact the experience for other students, as well as the wider community. All students should understand their responsibilities and the importance of upholding the standards that support a thriving academic and social community.
Where an allegation of Student Misconduct presents significant safeguarding concerns, the University may be required to take immediate precautionary action.
Students are required to disclose any unspent criminal convictions for relevant offences. The list of offences considered 'relevant' can be found in the Student Conduct Ordinance.
Who can use this Ordinance and for what?
This Ordinance can be used to alert the University to instances where student behaviour has potentially fallen outside of the expected standard.
Allegations of student misconduct can be made by staff, students and members of the public.
If you are unsure if an allegation breaches the Student Conduct Ordinance, the Student Academic Affairs Team (SAAT) can contact you to provide advice and guidance on the process.
Please be aware that once a report has been made, it is unlikely that SAAT will be able to provide you with any further details on the progression or outcome of a case.
What this Ordinance does not cover
This Ordinance only applies to the behaviour of current students.
Therefore, this cannot be applied to staff, members of the public, perspective students or those who have graduated or exited from courses at Ulster University.
Links to Key Documents
- For more information on the University's process for investigating allegations of student misconduct, please see the Student Conduct Ordinance.
- To make a report of an allegation of student misconduct to SAAT, please complete our Statement on Student Misconduct Reporting Form.
Additional Policies to Consider
Certain behaviours may also breach additional University Policies
- Acceptable Use of Information Technology
- Bullying and Harassment
- Social Media Policy
- Fitness to Practice
- Residences Terms and Conditions (if applicable)
Other Information
We recognise both reporting and responding to an allegation of student misconduct can be a stressful experience.
We encourage students to access the support offered by the Student Wellbeing Team. You can also have a look at other support available including support available for mental and physical health in your local area
- Student Wellbeing
- UUSU Advice Bureau
- Student external support agency list
- HSCZ-cards (mental and sexual health contacts)
- Northern Ireland Public Services Ombudsman
If you would like to discuss the Student Misconduct process further, please get in touch with the Student Academic Affairs Team (saat@ulster.ac.uk).
For more information or support please contact the Student Academic Affairs Team (SAAT) on saat@ulster.ac.uk or 028 7012 3838
