Policies and contracts

This page details the policies and contracts that may affect you as a student at Roehampton. 

Policies and contracts relevant to your registration process

You will be asked to read, agree and sign some of these documents before you can register as a student. It is important that you read and understand your legal obligations.

• Student Contract (PDF) – a legally binding agreement between the University and its students.
• Student Code of Conduct (PDF) – you have to sign this to become a fully registered student.
• Under 18s Policy (PDF) – covering the safety of people under the age of 18, including students of the University and other young people who are on University or College premises.
• Parent/Guardian Agreement (PDF) – an agreement signed by parents/guardians of students under the age of 18.

Policies to ensure your safety and the safety of others

Roehampton has a legal obligation to ensure your safety and the safety of other students and staff. These are policies that affect you while you are a student:

• Chaplaincy Policy (PDF) – covering the provision of pastoral support through Chaplaincy.
• Harassment Complaints Policy Statement and Procedure (Word)

If you are involved in an accident, dangerous occurrence or near miss, you must complete an Accident Report Form (Word).

There is a legal requirement for the University to have certain policies in place. The following policies provide members of the Roehampton community with clear guidelines.

• Alcohol Policy (PDF) – covering student consumption of alcohol both on and off campus.
• Data Protection – covering the University's responsibility to recognise the need for the security of personal information and the rights of individuals to gain access to that same information.
• Drugs Policy (PDF) – covering substance use and misuse by students.
• Freedom of Information – covering the University's responsibility to be open and transparent in its recording and provision of information.
• Mental Health Policy (Word) – guidance on student mental health, what to do if a friend is experiencing mental ill health, and dealing with a crisis situation.
• Non-Smoking Policy (PDF) - covering the University's commitment to provide a smoke-free environment
• Sensitive Issues (PDF) - guidelines covering how to deal with sensitive issues