Universities and Students

Legal actions by students against universities are growing in number, and the issues such actions raise are becoming a major concern for both teaching and administrative staff. This handbook is designed to clarify the legal framework that binds the student with the university or college. Introduction; Chapter 1 Becoming a student; Chapter 2 The contract with the university; Chapter 3 Taking care of students; Chapter 4 Providing guidance and clear information about course and examination requirements; Chapter 5 Failing examinations; Chapter 6 Keeping the rules; Chapter 7 The staff-student boundary; Chapter 8 Complaints; Chapter 9 Getting help; Chapter 10 Remedies; Chapter 11 The student whistleblower and the university’s response to criticism; conclusion Conclusion;