Academic handbook
The Academic Handbook contains the core policies and procedures that underpin the design, delivery and quality assurance of our taught and research degree programmes. It outlines the principles that guide academic practice and ensures our approaches align with the expectations of the UK Quality Code for Higher Education.
Are you a current student?
You can access the Student Handbook which contains key information to support you throughout your time at the University of Salford on the current students page.
Additional information for staff
Further information and guidance on the policies and procedures, as well as any related forms, can be found on the Quality Management Office (QMO) section (requires staff login).
Documents
Part A: Curriculum Design, Approval, Evaluation and Review
Part B: Admissions and Retention
Part C: Assessment
- Assessment and Feedback Policy (2025-2026)
- Academic Appeals Procedure
- Academic Integrity and Academic Misconduct Procedure
- Alternative and Modified Assessment Policy and Procedure for Disabled Students - To request an Alternative or Modified Assessment, please contact the Disability Inclusion Service at disability@salford.ac.uk
- Assessment Boards for Taught Programmes
- Examination Rules
- Exceptional Circumstances Procedure (from 2025/26, formerly Personal Mitigating Circumstances or PMCs)
- External Examining for All Taught Programmes
- Higher and Degree Apprenticeship End-Point Assessment Policy
Part D: Student Conduct
Part E: Academic Regulations
- Academic Regulations for Taught Programmes
- Academic Regulations for Research Awards
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2025/26
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2024/25
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2023/24
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2022/23
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2021/22
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2020/21
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2019/20
- Code of Practice for the Conduct of Postgraduate Research Degree Programmes 2018/19
Part F: Partnerships and Collaborative Provision
Part G: Related Publications
- Academic Ethics Policy
- Asylum Applicant Document Retention Processes
- Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies and ATAS Policy
- Examinations – Information for Invigilators
- External Advisors - Scheme of Fees
- External Examiners - Scheme of Fees
- Generative AI Policy
- Home Office Compliance Policy
- Student Visa Reporting Duties Policy
- Student Route and Tier 4 - Guide to Responsibilities
- Student Visa Holders Placement Policy
- Personalised Academic Support Policy
- Non-UK Visitor Policy
- Programme Development and Review: Procedures and Guidance (only accessible by a University of Salford staff account)
- Regulations for the Award of Honorary Degree
- Scheme of Academic Governance
- Student Complaints Procedure
- Student Engagement, Interruption and Withdrawal Policy
- Student Name Change Policy
- Student Pregnancy, Maternity, New Parenthood and Adoption Policy
- Student Protection Plan
- Student Refund and Compensation Policy
- Timetable Policy