1 Policy Statement

1. The University’s academic programs shall consist of academic programs, non-award programs and enabling programs.

2. Programs offered by the University shall be submitted for accreditation in accordance with approved policy and regulations.

3. Students who believe they have been educationally or professionally disadvantaged by a change to a program shall have the right of appeal.

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2.1 Academic Programs

1. All academic programs shall be listed in the University Handbook.

2. The number of units necessary to gain an award shall be as defined in the program accreditation document.

3. Programs shall normally be structured for students to undertake, at most, four units per teaching period and eight units per academic year.

4. Where students receive credit/exemptions towards an academic program, the Faculty may adjust the maximum time allowable to satisfy the requirements for the academic program on a pro rata basis e.g. four units of exemption toward a 24 unit bachelor degree may reduce the maximum time for completion by one-sixth.

5. In between reaccreditation or review of programs, any changes to program structure or course objectives shall be submitted in accordance with approved policy and regulations.

6. From time to time the list of programs and modes of instruction may vary to provide for the phasing out or deferment of the offering of a program or major study for a specified period of time.

7. Subject to resource constraints, provision shall be made to enable currently enrolled students to complete their program without disadvantage.

2.2 Non-Award and Enabling Programs

Unless otherwise noted, the regulations governing the offer and study of a course shall apply whether that course is studied in a non-award program, an academic program or an enabling program.

3 Other Policy Information