Academic Regulations Part 1: Introduction and Scope

Introduction

i) This Handbook covers all Regulations relating to taught and research degree programmes at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London, leading to an award of higher education.

ii) It should be read in conjunction with the Ordinances and Regulations of the University of London and the appropriate Programme Specification and other supporting documentation published by the School.

iii) The procedures and information given in any accompanying appendices are considered to have the full authority of the Regulations contained within the main document.

iv) Where the Regulations stipulate the use of a policy or practice outlined in other published documentation of the School then that shall be considered to have the full authority of the Regulations.

v) The authority to amend the Regulations contained herein resides with the Academic Board or its nominated group.

vi) The Regulations contained herein shall be considered to be applicable to all students within the scope of the Regulations until rescinded by the Academic Board of the School.

Purpose

vii) These Regulations have been drafted to meet the requirements of University Ordinance 15, Section 9. The University of London has confirmed authorisation of the School to award the degrees covered by these Regulations. These Regulations may be amended by the School within the requirements of University Ordinances subject only to annual report to the University.

Scope of the Regulations

viii) These regulations apply to the following degrees and to students registered at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama for these degrees:

• Certificate of Higher Education and Diploma of Higher Education Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
• Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma Master of Arts and Master of Fine Art
• MPhil and PhD

Application of the Regulations

ix) These Regulations and any subsequent amendments will apply to all students who are registered at the School for the degrees specified. They will apply to both new and continuing students.

Effective Dates for the Regulations

x) These Regulations will be effective from the beginning of the academic session 2023/2024, and supersede previous iterations.

Student Responsibilities

xi) It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they have read and understood the Regulations. A student’s misinterpretation or lack of awareness of these Regulations will not be considered a valid reason for non-compliance.

xii) All students must abide by all School codes, policies, and procedures.

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