2.4 Student access to academic staff

Return of work

It is important that students get their work back within a reasonable period from the submission date and while they still remember doing it. The feedback provided by the marker is an important part of the learning experience; without it many of the benefits of doing the assignment are lost. It is suggested that work be normally returned not later than two weeks after submission. In the case of large class sizes this may need to be extended particularly if the work is submitted during term time.

[Work should normally be returned no later than 2 weeks before start of exams.]

2.4 STUDENT ACCESS TO ACADEMIC STAFF

The practice of the Business School is as follows:

A. During term time, all academic staff should have: • a minimum of 3 hours per week when they are available for student consultation, or • an open door policy.

This information should be given to students in the following ways:

• on the office door of the member of staff; • on the module outline; • collectively on a departmental notice located within the Department. B. Pre-Examinations • At the end of the second teaching period, lecturing staff will be available to students at specified times. These time-slots will be posted on the office door of the individual staff member. C. Post-Examinations • A two-day consultation period will be available for students who intend to re-sit their examinations in the autumn. This is normally scheduled seven to ten days after exam results are released.