Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central. Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:

Academic Honesty Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

Assessment Policy  http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/assessment/policy.html

Grading Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grading/policy.html

Grade Appeal Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/gradeappeal/policy.html

Grievance Management Policy http://mq.edu.au/policy/docs/grievance_management/policy.html

Disruption to Studies Policy http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/disruption_studies/policy.html The Disruption to Studies Policy is effective from March 3 2014 and replaces the Special Consideration Policy.

In addition, a number of other policies can be found in the Learning and Teaching Category of Policy Central.

Student Code of Conduct

Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/student_conduct/

Results

Results shown in iLearn, or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au.

Students are directed to consult the "University Handbook" at the beginning of the year to determine the commencement and finishing dates of both University examination periods in order to ensure their availability to attend compulsory examinations.  Failure to attend an examination can only be explained within the definition of 'unavoidable disruption' which can be found in the "University Handbook".

Useful information is available at: http://www.student.mq.edu.au/

During Semester:

All requests for special consideration during semester should be submitted with supporting documentation via the “Advice of Absence or Other Circumstances” form. This form can be accessed online at: http://www.registrar.mq.edu.au/Forms/USSAbsence.pdf or by visiting the Student Enquiry Service, Lincoln Building level 1.  You must submit one complete set of documents before the last day of classes each semester to the Student Enquiry Service, and one set to each Division that has been affected by the absence. You must also provide your Lecturer with a copy of the documentation lodged at the Student Enquiry Service when submitting assignments.  We strongly recommend that you see your Lecturer or Tutor on all such occasions to discuss the matter with them.

During Examination Period:

During the examination period, original requests for special consideration plus one copy must be submitted to the Registrar and Vice-Principal, through the Academic Program Section, Level 4, Lincoln Building.  The copy will be forwarded to your Division of Registration which will in turn forward it to the Department.  Full details, and forms, are available at http://www.reg.mq.edu.au/Forms/APSCons.pdf .  As well as submitting the appropriate documentation through the Registrar and Vice-Principal's Office, if you miss an examination, YOU MUST CONTACT YOUR LECTURER WITHIN 72 HOURS OF THE DATE OF THE EXAMINATION so that alternative examination arrangements may be made without delay.  Failure to do so will result in the award of an "F" grade.

Please note that the submission of requests for special consideration is monitored by the Department.  Repeated requests will result in referral of the student to the Dean of Students for discussion and advice.

Important information, including Undergraduate Student Forms and deadlines for submission, is available at: http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/special_consideration/policy.html

The university now has an academic honesty policy. It is important that you familiarise with this policy before you submit any written work.

http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/policy.html

The associated procedure can be found at:

http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/procedure.html

and the schedule of penalties:

http://www.mq.edu.au/policy/docs/academic_honesty/schedule_penalties.html

The Equity Support Unit (ESU) provides support and assistance to students with a disability/health condition in aiming to ensure that they do not experience disadvantage in reaching their academic potential. Service provision is determined on a case-by-case basis following an assessment of a student’s needs and the provision of supporting documentation. Service provision is also dependent on the availability of resources.

To register with ESU, download an Advice of Disability/Health Condition form from. This form must be completed annually, irrespective of whether a disability/health condition is temporary, long-term or permanent.  Students wishing to request support services from the ESU should make an appointment to see a Disability Advisor immediately after enrolling at Macquarie University.  tel: 02 9850 6494/7497;  fax: 02 9850 6063; TTY: 02 9850 6493 email: ;  in person: Level 2, Lincoln Building (C8A), Macquarie University; website: 

Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/

Learning Skills

Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to improve your marks and take control of your study.

• Workshops
• StudyWise
• Academic Integrity Module for Students
• Ask a Learning Adviser

Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.

For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au

For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://informatics.mq.edu.au/help/. 

When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.