Our policies and procedures

Policies for Conducting University Business

• University of Sunderland Prevent Statement 
• Modern Slavery Act Statement
• Counter Fraud and Anti-Bribery Policy and Response Plan
• Whistleblowing Policy
• Policy for Management of International Agents
• Responsible Investment Policy
• Business Resilience Policy
• Risk Management Policy
• Code of Practice on Freedom of Speech

Policies Relating to Academic Services

The University has a number of policies, procedures and guidance notes which relate to Academic Services which can be found in the Academic Handbook.

Policies Relating to Student Services

The University offers a number of services to our students including:

• Student Journey
  
• Student Accommodation
  
• Institute of Sport

Other University policies can be accessed via the links below:

• Health Safety and Environment Policy
• Governors Code of Conduct
  
• Policy and Procedure for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults (Safeguarding)
• Research

Read more information about the University of Sunderland’s Information Governance.

Policies and Procedures Relating to Human Resources

• Disciplinary Procedure
• Grievance Procedure
• Capability Procedure
• Dignity at Work Policy
• Recruitment and Selection Procedure
• Recruitment website 

For additional policies such as terms and conditions of employment, collective bargaining and consultation with trade unions, or People Training and Development, please contact HRenquiries@sunderland.ac.uk.

Policies and Procedures Relating to Equality and Diversity

• Equality Diversity and Inclusion Policy
• Equal Opportunities Policy
• Equal Pay Policy
• Staff Transgender and Gender Diversity Policy
• Policy on Religion and Belief
• HIV Staff Policy

To request further information on any of the areas listed above, or Estate Management Policies complete this webform, email sunfoi@sunderland.ac.uk, or write to:

University of Sunderland
Legal and Governance
4th floor Edinburgh Building
Chester Road
Sunderland
SR1 3SD

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Published: 29 July 2024