Tutorial Attendance Policy
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Purpose |
Class attendance is a vital aspect of the learning and teaching process in the Faculty of Arts. In order to ensure effective learning, students must complete the minimum attendance requirements. |
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| Policy Statement |
In general, the Faculty of Arts has a minimum tutorial/seminar attendance requirement of 75% as part of each unit (that will generally be at least 9 weeks of class throughout the semester). In addition, unit coordinators may opt for awarding a grade for tutorial participation; expectations for participation must also be clearly specified in the unit guide. Students unable to attend class are required to lodge an apology via e-mail or telephone. Should a student fail to fulfil the attendance requirements of a unit, one of the following outcomes may be applied:
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| Supporting procedures | |
| Responsibility for implementation | Dean Associate Dean (Education) Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) Heads of Schools Unit Coordinators All staff and students |
| Status | New |
| Approval body | Faculty Board of the Faculty of Arts Meeting number: Meeting date: Agenda item: |
| Endorsement Body | Education and Student Experience Committee of the Faculty of Arts Meeting number: 3/09 Meeting date: 8 July 2009 Agenda item: 13 |
| Related Policies | |
| Date Effective | 1 March 2010 |
| Next Review Date | 2012 |
| Policy Owner | Faculty of Arts |
| Policy Author | Associate Dean (Education) |
| Contact | Faculty of Arts Arts Coursework Office |