Approved
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
SENATE
Wednesday 19 January 2011
(2pm–4.45pm)
MINUTES
(Unreserved)
Chair
Professor Colin Riordan, Vice Chancellor
Present
Dr Arnold, Mr Bannerman, Dr Burnett, Mr Butler, Dr Campbell, Professor Carrabine,
Professor Cox, Professor Dorussen, Professor Downton, Dr Fasli, Dr Hulme, Professor
Hulme, Dr Jackson, Mr Kukaswadia, Mr Krishnamoorthi, Professor Landman, Dr
Laurie, Mr Lusigi, Mr Luther, Dr Mackenzie, Professor Manson, Professor Martin,
Professor Massara, Ms Milne, Mr Murphy, Professor Orbell, Dr Penman, Dr Pevalin,
Mr Reily, Dr Rockett, Dr Rowlands, Dr Salhi, Professor Schulze, Dr Sepulveda, Dr
Smith, Professor Underwood, Dr Wade, Mr Wan, Professor Wright
Apologies
Dr Boehm, Ms Brennan, Mr Cornes, Dr Cox, Professor Henson, Professor Lucas, Dr
Micklewright, Professor Rubin, Professor South, Dr Woollard,
Secretary
Registrar and Secretary
In attendance
Deputy Academic Registrar (Systems Administration), Director of Communications
and External Relations, Director of Finance, Director of Human Resources, Director of
Strategic Planning
By invitation
Miss Griffin, Ms Seabrook
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Noted
The Vice-Chancellor reported the deaths of Professor Kevin Boyle and Mr Rob
Wight, both members of academic staff in the School of Law. He highlighted
Professor Boyle’s renowned national and international reputation and Mr
Wight’s work in the field of commercial law. Senate members were asked to
stand as a mark of respect.
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The Vice-Chancellor reported three errors in the papers to Senate:
Item 2(b), Formal Business Paper: The incorrect spelling of the names of
Professor David Sanders and Professor Paul Whiteley.
2/11
Item 11, Working Groups established by Senate/Committees of Senate: The
International Strategy Committee appears in paper S/11/18 by error.
3/11
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NEW MEMBER OF SENATE
Noted
The Vice-Chancellor welcomed Dr Abdel Salhi as a new member of Senate. Dr
Salhi replaced Professor Peter Higgins as Head of the Department of
Mathematical Sciences, with effect from 1 January 2011.
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STARRING OF AGENDA ITEMS
Noted
In accordance with Standing Orders, para 5, the following items were starred
for discussion:
Agenda item 2(b)
Formal business
Agenda item 7(c)
Academic Staffing Committee
Agenda item 10
Human Rights Centre and School of Law
Agenda item 11
Working Groups established by
Senate/Committees of Senate
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MINUTES
Approved
The minutes of the meeting held on 13 October 2010
6/11
BUSINESS TAKEN WITHOUT DISCUSSION
Approved
Without discussion, those items not already starred on the agenda or indicated
in advance of the meeting in accordance with Standing Orders, para 5.
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FORMAL BUSINESS (S/11/01)
Appointment of Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Humanities and Comparative Studies
Recommended to Council
that Professor Jane Wright be appointed as Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of
Humanities and Comparative Studies for the period indicated:
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1/5/11 – 31/7/14
Appointment of Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Social Sciences
Recommended to Council
that Professor David Sanders be appointed as Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of
Social Sciences for the period indicated:
1/8/11 – 31/7/14
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Appointment of Head of Department
Recommended to Council
that Professor Paul Whiteley be appointed as Head of Department of
Government for the period indicated:
10/11
1/8/11 – 31/7/14
Noted
There was discussion about the principle underpinning the relationship between
the appointment of a Faculty Pro-Vice-Chancellor and his or her academic
discipline. The Vice-Chancellor stated that, although it was a reasonable
assumption to expect the Faculty Pro-Vice-Chancellor to be appointed from
within the Faculty, it was not stipulated formally that this would or must be the
case. He also highlighted the cross-cutting responsibilities of each Pro-ViceChancellor that needed to be taken into account when making appointments.
11/11
MATTERS ARISING
None
VICE CHANCELLOR’S STATEMENT (S/11/02)
Received
The Vice-Chancellor’s written statement to Senate.
Noted
The Vice-Chancellor and relevant colleagues reported orally on a number of
issues:
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Secretary of State’s Annual Letter to HEFCE
The letter from the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills to
HEFCE, which set out the funding position for the HE sector in England for
2011/12, had been received in December 2010 and had confirmed a 6%
reduction. This signalled that the bulk of the overall reduction in funding over
the next four years would be implemented towards the end of the period, which
would help in the run up to the introduction of increased tuition fees from 2012
onwards. The University’s financial assumptions had been conservative, which
meant that its funding position was likely to be more positive when it received
notification of its funding allocation for 2011/12 in March 2011.
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Process and timeline for fee setting ahead of 2012
Professor Jules Pretty (Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Sustainability and Resources),
who had been asked to chair the group that would consider and propose fee
levels from 2012 onwards, reported that recruitment for 2012 would start in
March 2011 so the timescale for the work was tight. The group would look at
developing a comprehensive Home/EU undergraduate tuition fees framework,
establishing principles and fee levels as well as proposals for student finance
support, bursaries and scholarships and marketing. It was expected to complete
the first stage of its recommendations by February 2011. The deadline for the
University’s Access Agreement (including the fee proposal) was 31 March
2011, with the Office for Fair Access (OFFA) expected to approve and publish
agreements by June 2011. The timetable for details of the National Scholarship
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Scheme was not yet clear. It was noted that applications from prospective
students for 2012 entry would be received before the fee levels and Access
Agreement were agreed and published.
Workload Allocation Model
Professor Andy Downton (Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Academic Standards) reported
on progress with the project to deliver a new system for managing workload
allocation within academic departments. Essex had agreed to implement a
system that had been developed at the University of Exeter specifically for
research intensive institutions. The project was at the developmental phase with
the current focus on the interface with systems at Essex, such as student
records, timetabling, research and HR in order to enable the use of data related
to those areas.
15/11
The new model would be piloted during the spring term alongside existing
models before being reviewed during the summer term and rolled out for wider
use beyond that. Emma Griffin (Faculty Manager, Social Sciences) was leading
the project with John Fell (MIS Manager) as technical lead. Professor Downton
stated that the project group was looking for one or two additional departments
to take part in the pilot. It was also noted that departments which used the new
allocation model would not be required to submit data for the staff time
allocation survey. HEFCE had confirmed that it would be admissible to use
instead data contained within systems such as the one being planned as part of
this project.
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Faculty Administrative Review
The Vice-Chancellor highlighted the progress report set out as an annex to his
written statement and confirmed that the interim report from the Faculty
Administrative Review would be considered by the Senate at its next meeting
with the final report expected in time for the June meeting.
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Academic Standards Task and Finish Group
The Vice-Chancellor highlighted the progress report set out as an annex to his
written statement. Dr David Pevalin (Dean, Faculty of Science and
Engineering), chair of the Group, confirmed that it had convened its first
meeting before Christmas.
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Doctoral Training Centre
The Vice-Chancellor reported that the University had been included as part of
the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) new national network of 21
Doctoral Training Centres (DTCs) to deliver support for postgraduate training.
Funding had been allocated for 16 studentships a year for the next five years,
commencing in October 2011. Senate members acknowledged the considerable
achievement of securing the accreditation and expressed their thanks to all
those involved, particularly Dr Pam Cox (Dean, Graduate School).
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FINANCE MONITOR (S/11/03)
Received
A paper from the Director of Finance setting out the University’s current
financial position and later year forecasts.
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Noted
The Director of Finance highlighted the following:

The paper had been considered by Council in November 2010 and had
been prepared on the basis of the Government’s emergency budget in
June 2010, the publication of the Report of the Browne Review and the
Government’s response and the outcome of the Comprehensive
Spending Review.

It was noted that many uncertainties remained regarding the
University’s future funding position. The University’s forecasts were
based on assumptions that the overall reduction in public funding
would result in a 75% reduction in the Teaching grant and that
increased tuition fee income would replace the loss of the Teaching
grant. However, the University still faced a £10 million shortfall against
its 3.5% surplus target, even if this were the case. A £10 million ‘save
and earn’ target had been established to reduce the shortfall.
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
The agreement of the undergraduate tuition feel level for 2012 and
beyond was the next important aspect in determining the overall future
funding position, alongside the letter from HEFCE setting out the
2011/12 funding allocation and the Government White Paper, both due
in March 2011.
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PROSPECTS FOR TEACHING FROM 2012 ONWARDS (S/11/04)
Received
A discussion paper prepared by Professor Andy Downton (Pro-ViceChancellor, Academic Standards) and Professor Jules Pretty (Pro-ViceChancellor, Sustainability and Resources) setting out the key issues relating to
teaching ahead of the introduction of the new funding regime for 2012 entry
onwards.
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Noted
The Vice-Chancellor opened the discussion by stating that, as with the paper on
academic standards considered by the Senate in October 2010, the paper did not
contain proposals for implementation but was designed to prompt discussion to
identify any areas of work in need of further exploration.
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Professor Downton stated that the proposed new funding arrangements meant
that the status quo could not remain in place and that the University could not
afford to wait to make any necessary changes to be prepared for the new higher
education environment.
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The discussion covered the following areas:
Curriculum Revision
It was suggested that there were three areas linked to curriculum structures
where potentially radical changes could be made:


a reduction in the number of modules (particularly those with small
student numbers) to minimise complexity;
new formats to deliver teaching; and
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the introduction of a winter exam period to enable autumn-only
modules to be assessed ahead of the spring term.
Although it was acknowledged that a winter exam period would benefit
students because they would not need to wait until the summer to be assessed,
the importance of providing a period for reflection between teaching and
assessment was noted. There was discussion as to whether a more radical restructuring of the academic year was appropriate or the introduction of
semesters. Senate members noted that ‘semesterisation’ would require
considerable thought and analysis before being introduced but agreed that it
was worth exploring.
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Student Experience KPIs
The importance of personal teaching and contact hours was noted, particularly
given the likely increase in student expectations as fees increased. It was
acknowledged that the University would need to publish to prospective students
expected contact hours for particular courses. There was discussion around how
contact hours would be defined and it was suggested it could be based on a
combination of formal teaching through lectures and classes and informal
contact through office hours and tutorials. It was noted that future students
would make direct links between contact hours and tuition fees and that it was
important for the University to highlight the ‘value proposition’.
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Senate members agreed that pastoral provision was an important aspect of the
University’s offering and often could not be divided from the academic
provision. It was acknowledged that the Tutorial Working Group had been
established to develop proposals for improvements in this area and to ensure
adequate records existed of pastoral activity for individual students.
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The value of timely feedback on assessed work to support learning and skills
development was highlighted. Senate members noted that the Academic
Standards Task and Finish Group was considering the issue.
31/11
E-learning
There was discussion of how the University could ensure it met student
expectations around the use of technology to support learning, particularly
mobile internet support. The pace of technological development was
acknowledged as an important factor in determining priorities. Senate members
agreed that the sharing of best and good practice was vital.
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It was suggested that online delivery of existing University provision through
the development of franchise agreements was a possibility, although it was
accepted that this would require careful consideration.
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Skills/Employability
It was agreed that Senate had considered issues around employability at length
in 2009/10 and that the Employability Framework was being implemented. The
work of the Employability Action Group was noted. The Group would report to
Senate in due course.
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Partnerships Arrangements
The Vice-Chancellor highlighted the importance of the University’s existing
partnerships and restated its commitment to their ongoing success and
development. In particular, the important role that partnerships played in
supporting widening participation was highlighted.
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In summing up, the Vice-Chancellor acknowledged that there were many areas
of overlap with the issues being considered by the Academic Standards Task
and Finish Group. In particular, it was agreed that the Group should consider
the issue of ‘semesterisation’ to decide how and whether further consideration
should be taken forward.
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES THAT REPORT TERMLY
Academic Board (S/11/05)
i)
Variation to the Undergraduate Rules of Assessment
Resolved
that the variation to the Undergraduate Rules of Assessment requiring a
minimum average year mark of 53 in order to progress from stage one to stage
two be applied with immediate effect to the 4-year programmes as set out in
paper S/11/05.
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ii) Approval of New Research Degree
Resolved
that the Institute for Social and Economic Research be permitted to offer the
following new research degree title, with immediate effect:
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PhD in Survey Methodology
Academic Partnerships Board (S/11/06)
i)
Change in Course Title
Resolved
that the change of course title at Writtle College be approved with the proposed
implementation date of September 2011.
from:
to:
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MSc Animal Production and Nutrition
MSc Livestock Production Science
ii) Discontinuation of Courses
Resolved
that the following courses be discontinued with immediate effect:
Colchester Institute
FdSc Engineering Practice
Kaplan Open Learning
FdA Entrepreneurship
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FdA Internet Marketing
South Essex College
BA (Hons) Business Studies (Project Management) (level 6 progression route)
BA (Hons) Business Studies (Law)
BA (Hons) Business Studies with Finance
BA (Hons) Business Studies with Human Resources
BA (Hons) Business Studies with Marketing
Writtle College
BSc (Hons) Equine Studies (Physical Therapy)
BSc (Hons) Equine Studies with Event Management
BSc (Hons) Equine Science (Reproduction and Breeding)
FdSc Equine Science
FdSc Equine Studies (Breeding and Reproduction)
FdSc Equine Studies (Behaviour and Nutrition)
FdSc Equine Studies (Physical Therapy)
FdSc Equine Studies (Sports Horse Performance)
CertHE Equine Studies
BSc (Hons) Animal Management with Biological Surveying
BSc (Hons) Animal Management with Conservation Management
BSc (Hons) Animal Management with Event Management
BSc (Hons) Animal Science with Biological Surveying
BSc (Hons) Animal Science with Conservation Management
BSc (Hons) Animal Science with Ecology
BA (Hons) Business Management with Conservation Management
BA (Hons) Business Management with Equitation and Coaching
BA (Hons) Business Management with Equine Studies
BA (Hons) Business Management with Health and Exercise
BA (Hons) Business Management with Garden Design
BA (Hons) Business Management with Global Crop Production
BA (Hons) Business Management with Historic Garden Management
BA (Ord) Business Management
BA (Ord) Horticulture
BSc (Ord) Agriculture
BSc (Ord) Conservation and Environment
BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food Management (Marketing and Supply Chain
Management)
BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food Management (Business Management)
BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food Management with Global Crop Production
BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food Management (Farm Livestock Production)
BSc (Hons) Sustainable Food Management (Arable Crop Production)
BSc (Ord) Sustainable Food Management
FdSc Sustainable Food Management
CertHE Food Studies
CertCE Food Studies
iii) Articulation arrangement with Azerbaijan University of Languages
Resolved
In conjunction with the Faculty Board for Social Sciences, that an articulation
arrangement with Azerbaijan University of Languages be approved for a period
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of five years, subject to the conditions outlined in the approval report being met
by agreed deadlines.
Academic Staffing Committees (S/11/07)
Review of Annual Review Procedures
Resolved
that the Annual Review Procedures for Academic and Research Staff be
amended as set out in Appendix B of paper S/11/07 for implementation in the
2010-2011 Annual Review.
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Noted
There was discussion around whether it was appropriate to enable candidates
for promotion to Senior Lecturer on A+R contracts to have an option of
choosing Research as a “primary category” and whether this would undermine
the principle of parity of esteem towards teaching, research and knowledge
transfer. The following was noted during discussion:
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The change had been proposed to address the concern that some
individuals on A+R contracts only, particularly those who excel in the
area of research, may be disadvantaged by the existing procedures. An
individual appointed because of outstanding research potential and
given a lighter teaching or administration load may fall just below the
threshold in either of these categories when they applied for promotion.

The University needed to reduce the risk of exceptional researchers
being attracted by other research intensive institutions to achieve
promotion. The Academic Review Procedures had to support the
overall strategy of retaining excellent research staff rather than making
it difficult to secure promotion.

The Academic Staffing Committee had discussed in detail the need to
ensure that changing the Procedures would not send the message that
failure to contribute at the required level in all areas was acceptable. In
order to support this, the Committee had agreed to maintain the
minimum score of 6 in 3 categories with the caveat that consideration
to condoning a score below 6 in one category (not the primary
category) could be given if there was sufficiently strong performance in
the remaining categories. The Committee would monitor the
implementation of the revised Procedures and review them if necessary.
Quality Assurance and Enhancement Committee (S/11/08)
Resolved
that the post of Associate Dean of the Graduate School be approved with
immediate effect.
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UCS Joint Academic Committee (S/11/09)
i)
Validation of new courses
Resolved
that the following courses be approved with effect from September 2010 for
delivery at UCS for a period of up to five years, subject to the conditions and
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requirements outlined in the validation reports being met by agreed deadlines:
UCS Bury St Edmunds
 CertCE in Teaching Numeracy (level 5)
 CertCE in Teaching Literacy (level 5)
 CertCE in Teaching Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages
(ESOL) (level 5)
 CertEd in Teaching Numeracy
 PGCE in Teaching Numeracy
 CertEd in Teaching Literacy
 PGCE in Teaching Literacy
 CertEd in Teaching Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages
(ESOL)
 PGCE in Teaching Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages
(ESOL)
UCS Ipswich
 FdA Health Care Practice (End of Life Care)
 CertHE Health Sciences (Mammography)
 MSc Advanced Healthcare Practice (Allied Health Professionals)
ii) Revalidation of existing courses
Resolved
that the following courses be re-approved with effect from September 2010 for
delivery at UCS Ipswich for a period of five years, subject to the conditions and
requirements outlined in the revalidation reports being met by agreed deadlines:


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BA (Hons) Early Learning
BA (Ord) Early Learning
iii) Course discontinuation
Resolved
that the following courses be discontinued:
UCS Bury St Edmunds
 FdSc Automotive Engineering (with immediate effect)
 BA (Hons) Education (Post-Compulsory) (with effect from September
2011)
 FdA Health and Social Care (with immediate effect)
UCS Ipswich
 PGCE/CertEd Education (Lifelong Learning Sector) / PTLLS / CTLLS
(with effect from September 2011)
 BA (Hons) Film and Media Studies (with effect from September 2012)
 BA (Hons) Interior Design (with effect from September 2011)
 BSc (Hons) Psychology and Business Management (with effect from
September 2013)
UCS Lowestoft
 FdA Holistic Therapies (with immediate effect)
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
FdA Personal Training with Sports Massage Therapy (with immediate
effect)
REPORTS OF FACULTY BOARDS
Humanities and Comparative Studies (S/11/10)
i)
Approval of New Awards
Resolved
that the following awards in the Department of Philosophy be approved with
effect from October 2011:
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BA Philosophy and Film (International Exchange)
BA Philosophy and History (International Exchange)
BA Philosophy and Law (International Exchange)
BA Philosophy and Literature (International Exchange)
BA Philosophy and Sociology (International Exchange)
ii) Discontinuation of Awards
Resolved
i.
that the following award in the Department of Art History be discontinued
with effect from October 2011:
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BA Fine Art & Curating (previously known as the BA Art & Curatorial
Practices)
ii.
that the following award at E15 be discontinued with effect from October
2010:
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MFA Filmmaking
iii) Amendment to Award Title
Resolved
that the following change of title be approved with immediate effect:
from:
to:
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MA Wild Writing: Literature, Science, and the Environment
MA Wild Writing: Literature and the Environment
iv) Amendment to Terms of Reference
Resolved
that the International Academy send one observer rather than two members to
the Faculty Board. This has been practice since the introduction of the
International Academy Board/Inter-Faculty Board.
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v) Amendment to duration of a Course
Resolved
the MA Filmmaking will be a 12-month course, rather than a 15-month course,
with effect from October 2011.
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Social Sciences (S/11/11)
i)
Approval of New Award
Resolved
that the following award in the Department of Language and Linguistics be
introduced from October 2011:
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MA English Language and Literature
ii) Discontinuation of Awards
Resolved
that the following awards in the Department of Language and Linguistics be
discontinued with immediate effect:
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MA Applied Linguistics Research
MA Second Language Acquisition
iii) Articulation Arrangement
Resolved
that, in conjunction with the Academic Partnerships Board, an articulation
arrangement with Azerbaijan University of Languages be approved for a period
of five years, subject to the conditions outlined in the approval report being met
by agreed deadlines.
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Science and Engineering (S/11/12)
Noted
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Law and Management (S/11/13)
i)
Amendment to Award Title
Resolved
that the following change of title be approved with effect from October 2011:
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from: MSc Organisation Studies and Human Resource Management
to:
MSc Organisation Studies and International Human
Resource Management
ii) Periodic Reviews
Resolved
that the following programmes in the School of Law should continue until the
next cycle of periodic review:
LLB Law
LLB Law and Philosophy
LLB Law and Politics
LLB Law and Human Rights
BA Law and Human Rights
LLB Laws (International Exchange)
LLB English and French Law
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International Academy (S/11/14)
i)
Approval of New Awards
Four-year courses: BSc Computer Science and BEng Telecommunication
Engineering
Resolved
that the BSc Computer Science and BEng Telecommunication Engineering
(International Academy four-year courses) be approved for introduction in
October 2011.
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ii) Intensive Pre-Sessional Pathway Programmes
Resolved
that the Intensive Pre-sessional Pathway Programmes be approved for
introduction in July 2011.
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES THAT REPORT ANNUALLY TO SENATE
Student Disciplinary Panel (S/11/15)
Recommended to Council
that the changes to the Disciplinary Procedures and Disciplinary Regulations, as set out
below, be approved:
Disciplinary Procedures
Resolved
that with immediate effect the wording of Procedure B3 d. be amended as
follows (deleted wording struck through):
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B3 d.
To report to the Student Disciplinary Panel, before the close of each academic
year, each case referred to him/her by an officer of the University during that
academic year or dealt with by the Proctor under the provisions of paragraph
A.5, and its subsequent treatment according to these Procedures.]
Resolved
that with immediate effect the wording of the Procedure D2. be amended as
follows (deleted wording struck through ):
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D.2.
it shall be the duty of the Student Disciplinary Panel to report annually to the
Senate, at its first meeting of the academic year, on all cases reported to it by
the Student Disciplinary Officer during the preceding academic year, and to
comment as it thinks fit on the overall consistency of the resolutions of the
several Committees appointed by the Student Disciplinary Officer and of the
Proctor. The Student Disciplinary Panel shall not discuss any individual case,
unless that case is reported to it by the Student Disciplinary Officer.
Resolved
that with immediate effect the wording of the Procedure C.6. be amended as
follows (new wording underlined, deleted wording struck through):
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C.6.
For sites owned, leased or managed by the University away from the Colchester
Campus, the Vice-Chancellor’s In the absence of the Vice-Chancellor, the
power to suspend or exclude a student, pending a disciplinary hearing or a
criminal trial, is delegated to the an appropriate senior office-holder of that
campus provided the case is referred to the Proctor within 48 hours of a
decision to suspend or exclude being taken. Written reasons for the decision
shall be recorded and notified to the student. The delegated power to suspend or
exclude shall be exercised in accordance with the provisions laid out in
paragraphs C.1. to C.5. above. In all cases where the delegated power is
exercised, the student has the right to make representations to the ViceChancellor.
Disciplinary Regulations
Resolved
that as of 1 September 2011 the wording of the Regulation 13.1. be amended as
follows (new wording underlined):
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13.1.
The Disciplinary Regulations will apply in relation to any activities engaged in,
or services and facilities enjoyed, as a student of the University, or in the
vicinity of any premises owned, leased or managed by the University.
Disciplinary action may also be taken against a student engaged in any activity
relating to the University in respect of any alleged misconduct wherever and
whenever it may have taken place when it is considered necessary to protect the
interests and reputation of the University, its staff, or students. For students
subject to the Breach of Professional Misconduct and Termination of Training
Procedure, disciplinary activity that affects professional suitability may also be
referred to other relevant University authorities to be handled in accordance
with the appropriate procedures.
Resolved
that with immediate effect the wording of the Regulation 13.13. be amended as
follows (new wording underlined):
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13.13.
Damage to or defacement or misappropriation or unauthorised use of the
property of the University and its grounds
Resolved
that with immediate effect the following Regulation be introduced:
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A student shall not behave in a manner likely to bring the University into
disrepute.
Resolved
that with immediate effect the following Regulation be introduced:
A student shall not behave in a way that causes, or is likely to cause, death,
unnecessary suffering, harm or distress to any species of wildlife or
domesticated or semi-domesticated animal.
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Library Committee (S/11/16)
Noted
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Human Rights Centre and School of Law (S/11/17)
Noted
A paper from the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Faculty of Law and Management,
regarding the new administrative arrangements within the Faculty relating to the
Human Rights Centre and School of Law.
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Concern was expressed both about the impact of the changes on the Human
Rights Centre, particularly the interdisciplinary nature of its work, and the
process for considering and approving the changes. The Vice-Chancellor
explained that, as the changes did not relate to a restructuring or modification of
the Centre, it did not require Senate approval. He reaffirmed that the changes
would not affect the Centre’s academic offering and related to reporting lines
only.
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Working Parties and Review Groups established by Senate and Committees of Senate:
Membership and terms of reference, 2010-11 (S/11/18)
Noted
A paper setting out the membership and terms of reference of various Working
Parties and Reviews Groups established by Senate and Committees of Senate
and in operation during 2010-11.
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There was discussion around whether the titles of two of the Working Groups
detailed in the paper were misleading. It was noted that the Working Group for
Proofreading had been established to prepare clear guidance for students on the
division between help with editing and collaborative work and the links with
academic offences. The Tutorial Working Group was considering the
University’s approach to pastoral and advisory support. It was noted that there
were many ways to describe this kind of support and there was no standard
terminology used across the University.
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Establishment of the Centre for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (S/11/19)
Recommended to Council
Resolved
that the Centre for Latin American and Caribbean Studies be established under
the directorship of Andrew Canessa with immediate effect.
Dr Tony Rich
Registrar and Secretary
19 January 2011
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