General Regulations - The University of Notre Dame Australia

Overview

• Purpose: These regulations apply to all students in the Programs and Courses offered at the University.
• Responsible Owner: Academic Registrar
• Effective Date: 26 November 2024 (updated from version approved 1 January 2023)
• Approved by: Vice Chancellor

Key Sections

1. Introduction

• General Regulations: Applicable to all students.
• Interaction: If conflict arises between these and other regulations, these prevail.
• Definitions: Various academic and administrative terms are defined.

2. Admissions and Enrolment

• General Requirements: Conditions for enrolment, deferment, and re-admission.
• Not-for-Degree Enrolment: Details and liabilities for students not seeking a degree.
• Enrolment Conditions: Students must comply with all University statutes and notify changes in personal details.
• Withdrawal Policies: Procedures and penalties for course withdrawal.

3. Programs and Courses

• Core Curriculum: Specific requirements for higher education programs.
• Double Degrees: Conditions and eligibility for pursuing double degrees.
• Concurrent Enrolment: Rules for enrolling in two programs simultaneously.

4. Fees

• Tuition and Administration Fees: Requirements for payment and policies regarding unpaid fees.
• International Student Fees: Refund policies and procedures.

5. Academic Progress

• Monitoring: Students' progress is regularly reviewed.
• Leave of Absence: Guidelines for taking leave during studies with specific rules for international students.

6. Assessment

• Attendance Requirements: Minimum attendance may be required; non-attendance penalties exist.
• Deferred and Supplementary Exams: Conditions and procedures for retaking exams under specified circumstances.
• Special Consideration: Allows for assessment adjustments due to exceptional circumstances.

7. Conferral of Qualifications

• Graduation: Conditions for attending graduation ceremonies and receiving degrees.
• Degrees with Distinction: Criteria for awarding degrees with honors.

8. Student Discipline

• Misconduct: Defined as any act inconsistent with University standards.
• Disciplinary Procedures: Outlines steps for addressing allegations, including hearings and appeals.

9. Miscellaneous

• Communication: University uses email as primary contact method with students.
• Service of Documents: Methods for delivering official notices to students.

10. Grading Rubric

• Grade Definitions: Detailed criteria for grading including grades for High Distinction, Distinction, Credit, Pass, and Fail.

Important Policies

• Regulations apply equally to all students, including VET and ELICOS students.
• Amendments: Approved changes apply automatically.
• Delegation: Powers under these regulations can be delegated.

Conclusion

The regulations aim to maintain a consistent and fair academic environment, detailing procedures for enrolment, assessment, discipline, and graduation.