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Misconduct

  • You need to report another student for misconduct (behaviour, bullying, harassment, stalking, sexual misconduct or assault or for criminal related behaviours)
  • You have had a misconduct report made against you – SAAT 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 student experience for others. 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.

More information can be found on this (Webpage not yet created)

Students are required to disclose any unspent criminal convictions for relevant offences.

For more information on this process please see (Webpage not yet created – Should be available for Mid- August)

Who can use this Ordinance and for what?

This Ordinance can be used to alert the University to instances where students’ behaviour has potentially fallen outside of the expected standard.

Allegations of student misconduct can be made by staff, students and members of the public.

Please note 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.

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.

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

  • Student Conduct Ordinance: https://www.ulster.ac.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/382587/Ordinance-XXXVI-Student-Conduct.pdf
  • Statement on Student Misconduct Reporting Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=h5QLb6hPqEKutL8uLCLU6AMl-h7BeuVPmSUEaaXE-49UNUg2T1dIMEUyTE9MVTZHSDlKN0VPTEUzWS4u

Link to other online resources

Certain behaviours may also breach additional University Policies

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

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