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BPP University Regulatory Framework

The regulatory framework is intended to ensure that: 

  • The aims set out in our mission statement are pursued effectively 

  • There is public confidence in the quality of our programmes and scholarship, and in the standards of our academic awards 

  • Students and staff have a robust framework for the management of academic award programmes 

  • The framework is also flexible in design. This means that we can respond to the changing needs of society while safeguarding BPP University as an academic community. 

The General Academic Regulations

The General Academic Regulations are the most senior rules and principles governing the academic operation of BPP University and are approved and overseen by Academic Council. A link to each section is listed and accessible below, with information accompanying that link about what is contained in that section for ease of reference and so you can find the information you are searching for. The General Academic Regulations have a number of Schedules that act as appendices containing specific information or references relating to the General Academic Regulations which can be found at the bottom of this page. 

The rules and principles outlined in the General Academic Regulations are operationalised and supported by the University Policies and Procedures. Consequently, the General Academic Regulations should be read in conjunction with the University Policies and Procedures, and where the General Academic Regulations identify a particular University Policy and Procedure is to be followed, then that University Policy and Procedure should be consulted and used. An entire list of the University Policies and Procedures can also be found by following this link.  

Section A: University Academic Governance Principles

This section outlines the principles through which the University governs itself, and where it receives the authority to do so. The section specifically provides guidance on how to read the University’s regulations, and also outlines the University’s Academic Governance Structures.  

Section B: Admissions

This section outlines the University’s regulations in relation to Admissions to the University, focusing on General Entry Requirements, Misrepresentation or Fraudulent Information in Applications, Admissions Discretion, and Admissions Regulations for Specific Groups.  

Section C: Registration, Engagement, Progress, and Conduct

This section outlines the University’s regulations in relation to Registration, Alteration to Registered Status (e.g., Change of Programme, Interruption of Studies/Break-in-learning, Suspension), expectations around Academic Progress and Conduct, and Withdrawal and Termination of Registered Status.  

Section D: Awards and Programmes Framework

This section outlines the University regulations in relation to the awards it issues under its degree awarding powers (e.g., general requirements of awards, classification of awards, forms and titles, and conferment of awards), and also regulations relating to programmes of study (e.g., their development, specific requirements, approval, monitoring, and review, and regulations surrounding partnerships and collaborative programmes) that lead to an award. 

Section E: Examinations, Assessment & Academic Practice

This section outlines the regulations in relation to Examinations and Assessment Principles, Board of Examiners, and External Examination. The section specifically focuses on the University’s entire approach to the setting of, completion of, and examination/marking of assessments and examinations.  

Section F: Academic Appointments and Honorary Awards

This section outlines the regulations relating to Academic Appointments permitted by the University, both standard and honorary, and Honorary Awards (e.g., the award of degrees in honoris causa to distinguished individuals the University wishes to recognise).  

Section G: Rights and Duties

This section outlines the regulations relating to the rights of staff and students (and where relevant, third parties), and also particular duties the University has towards its staff and students (and where relevant, third parties). These rights and duties pertain to complaints and appeal rights, academic freedom and freedom of speech rights, public information duties, and equality and diversity duties.  

Schedules

The Schedules are appendices to the General Academic Regulations and should be read in conjunction with them. The Schedules are as follows and can be found at the below links: 

Schedule A – University Governance Structures & Delegations

Schedule B – Programme of Study Guidelines & Maximum Registration Periods

Schedule C - Awards

Additional Information

The General Academic Regulations are supported by four further levels of regulation and guidance which make up our regulatory framework: 

Should you have any queries related to a specific regulation, please contact Academic Quality on AcademicQuality@bpp.com.