STA Student Handbook (Taught Programmes) 2025/26

Support with your studies

In the School of the Arts we aim to support you with your studies in a variety of ways. 

Module Organisers.

The are a major point of contact. If you are having academic problems with a module, this is the person you should approach for guidance. The Module Organiser also monitors attendance and submission of work on a weekly basis, and will report and act on non-participation.

Your Advisor

Advisors see each Advisee at regular intervals and are responsible for the overall profile of the student's programme of study. This is chiefly an academic role. Students on joint honours programmes within the School will have only one Advisor. Students on combined honours programmes with a subject outside of the School will have an Advisor in each School. You should talk to your Advisor about all problems involving choice of modules, timetabling and queries about assessment and examinations. They will be glad to discuss any issues you may wish to explore, from the academic to the personal. You should mention any health problems, even if they seem trivial. (Remember that you may need a doctor's certificate if prolonged absence is involved.)  This will enable your Advisor to ensure that any justified absence from classes does not cause concern, and that failure to produce work is understood by the Module Organiser. You can always expect discretion from your Advisor.

The relationship that grows up between student and Advisor is a crucial one, and extends beyond your university career, since it is usually the Advisor who writes references for employment and indeed may be asked to do so years after you have graduated. You must ensure that you see your Advisor at least once per semester to discuss your progress.

STA Student Support Officer

The STA Student Support Officer, can offer support if your advisor is not available.  You can email STA-studentsupport@qmul.ac.uk or visit the STA school office.

Office hours- when to see staff

During term-time, all academic staff set aside weekly 'Advice and Feedback Hours', which are advertised on their office doors; you should try to use these hours if you need to see a Module Organiser or your Advisor. Even though staff may be present at other times, they may not be able to see you without an appointment.