Student charter

The Charter outlines the commitments of the University and its expectations of its students during their time with Amity.

Promote equality of treatment regardless of gender, race, age, disability sexual orientation, religion or belief;
Recognise the needs of a multi-cultural and diverse student body and will endeavour to support those needs;
Provide opportunities for knowledge creation and exchange that aligns academic and professional practice;
Seek to provide a vibrant and collaborative environment that supports learning and self-development;
Consult and respect your views in the decisions affecting you, your studies and the community;
Take all responsible steps to provide a safe, secure and healthy environment free from harassment, bullying and discrimination.
Maintain and assure the academic standards and quality of its award;
Safeguard the personal information that you provide and comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act;
Provide opportunities for you to contribute to the management and evaluation of the quality and operation of your programme of study;
Promote environmental protection and fair-trade;
Listen to and consider student opinion;
Provide you with a Student handbook detailing the procedures and practices of the University related to your study.

Make a commitment to your studies and fully utilise opportunities available to you for engaging in learning and student life;
Be respectful of your peers and Amity staff and help to create a positive and supportive learning environment;
Let us know what we can do to support your learning experience, informing the University at the earliest opportunity of any disability you have which may affect your opportunities as a student;
Be socially responsible in the multi-cultural and diverse community, living in harmony with the wider local community and ensuring you and those around you stay safe.
Make sure you are registered with a doctor locally;
Treat Amity with respect so as to avoid damage to the University premises, fittings and facilities;
Get involved and get active, through student representation on your course, by providing feedback on your programme of study and through the Amity Student Committee;
Comply with the University rules and regulations and, in particular, ensure that you notify the University of any criminal offences that you have or may receive;
Promptly pay your fees or charges when they are due;
Make the best use of the University and the city recycling facilities and consider issues relating to the environment and sustainability;
Make the most of the academic and extra curriculum opportunities available to you in order to realise your full potential as a member of the Amity community and as you move forward in your future career.