Code of Conduct Policy

2. The Discipline Policy for Undergraduate Students:

The discipline policy for all learning activities and interaction with university staff is based on a common understanding that the University - its lectures/classes (in-person and online), professional services departments, as well as the QMplus page of each module - is the place where:

(1) all students can engage with their studies through lectures, classes, discussions, discussion forums, emails, notes on virtual boards or any other learning method uninterrupted. 

(2) all students can interact with staff, tutors and peers about module content or anything that concerns their studies openly and in a polite manner. 

(3) all participants conduct themselves professionally.

(4) all participants help to maintain and establish a positive and supportive learning environment.  

Any disruptive behaviour which interferes or has the potential to interfere with the normal learning environment, and which is in violation of the code of conduct, will not be tolerated and will be subject the offender to School and QMUL disciplinary procedures. Students who do not cooperate with the Discipline Policy will be asked to leave the lecture or class or university area. The student will be referred to the School for disciplinary action.

While in class the policy requires that instructors on undergraduate courses (both lecturers and class teachers) enforce a few simple and fundamental rules. Whilst instruction is in progress, disruptive behaviour of any sort, including, but not limited to, conversing, using mobile phones, tablets or laptops for non-academic reasons (checking email, listening to music, and so on) will not be tolerated and will subject the offender to School and QMUL disciplinary procedures. Silence or turn-off your phone and use the internet only for activities related to the session. 

Students who do not cooperate with the Discipline Policy will be asked to surrender their student id card and to leave the lecture or class. The student will be referred to the School for disciplinary action. 

Generally, we expect from you to always conduct yourself professionally and with respect towards your peers and Queen Mary staff whether in person or online. We expect everyone who works and studies at the School of Economics and Finance to respect the right of individuals to hold their own views and values; however, we will not tolerate these views or values to be presented in a way that intimidates, degrades or is impolite to others. 

For more information about student misconduct and resultant disciplinary action please see the QMUL Code of Student Discipline.