Policies and procedures
University policies
As a university, we are governed by certain policies and protocols that ensure our students benefit from excellent teaching practices and services designed to enhance their employability and help them develop lifelong learning skills.
In this section you can find:
Degree outcomes statement
Our Degree Outcomes Statement sets out how we maintain academic standards and protect the value of our qualifications over time. It includes the outcomes of our internal review of degree classifications awarded over the last five years.
Access and participation plan
This document sets out the ways in which we intend to safeguard and promote fair access to higher education through our outreach work, financial support, etc. and includes targets and milestones which we set for ourselves.
Student protection plan
Our Student Protection Plan sets out set out what students can expect to happen should a course, campus, or institution close.
BCU tax strategy
This document applies to Birmingham City University and all its related, subsidiary entities.
Prevent duty
We have a statutory obligation to implement the Prevent Duty.
Safeguarding Policy
We aim to provide a safe environment in which to work, study and research.
The Student Contract
Outlines the contractual relationship between the University and its students and provides the various rules, regulations, policies and procedures that form part of the contract
Privacy Notices
This page outlines the information collected by the University and how we use it, as we are fully committed to safeguarding and preserving your privacy when visiting our family of websites or communicating electronically with us.
Data Protection Policy and Appropriate Policy Document
The University’s framework for managing the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation requirements.
Freedom of Information Act
Information relating to The Freedom of Information Act 2000.
Subject Access Request Procedure
A procedure for UK GDPR ‘Right of Access’ requests.
Ethical Principles and Practice Policy
Find out more about our commitment to ethical principles.
Policy and Code of Practice on Whistleblowing
How to raise concerns about malpractice at the University if you are an employee or work here.
Anti-Bribery Policy
Information regarding the University's zero-tolerance approach to bribery.
Cookie policy
We use cookies on our website to enhance your experience.
Freedom of Speech Code of Practice
This Code of Practice sets out the University’s commitment to freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law.
External speaker event form
This form is for booking external speakers.
Gift policy
The University’s policy in relation to the acceptance of donations, endowments and legacies.
The Modern Slavery Statement
Birmingham City University has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery.
Criminal Finances Act 2017
The University's Statement of Commitment on the Criminal Finances Act 2017.
Gender & Ethnicity Pay Gaps Reporting
This report provides the Gender & Ethnicity Pay Gaps at Birmingham City University for the 2023/24 reporting year.
Equal Pay Audit
A new report is forthcoming and will soon be available on this page.
Data breach reporting procedure
All potential or actual personal data security breaches should be reported as soon as they are discovered.
Trade Union Facility Time Report
The data covers the relevant period of 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023. View the previous period's data.
Risk Management policy
This Risk Management policy explains the University’s underlying approach to risk management.
Apprenticeship Subcontracting Policy
This policy sets out Birmingham City University’s approach to subcontracting of its higher and degree apprenticeship provision.
Intimate Relationship Policy
All employees of the university, at all times, are expected to maintain professional relationships with students.
Ethical Investment Policy
This policy outlines the University's approach to management of funds to minimise the risk of investment in areas that conflicts with our core values.