14. PGR complaints and appeals

14.1 The University has a complaints procedure for dealing with complaints of an academic and non-academic nature from PGRs and others. There is a specific procedure for dealing with complaints relating to staff misconduct, such as harassment or bullying of any kind.

14.2 PGRs may appeal if, following examination, they fail to achieve the qualification sought, or in a number of other circumstances concerning their academic progression set out in Regulation 2.8. Responsibility for considering appeals has been delegated by the Senate to Special Cases (not PGR Special Cases). 

14.3 If a PGR receives an examination outcome of a revise and resubmit or downgrade and they decide to appeal this decision they will still be required to abide by the approved timetable for the submission of the revised/thesis for the lower award (as set out in section 12) unless exceptional circumstances apply.