Policies and Procedures | Birmingham City University We use cookies on this website to improve the experience we provide. By continuing to use our site you agree to this, or visit our cookie policy to manage your settings. Saved courses Search website Policies and Procedures As a university, we are governed by certain policies and protocols that ensure our students benefit from excellent teaching practices and services designed to enhance their employability and help them develop lifelong learning skills. In this section you can find: Access and participation plan This document sets out the ways in which we intend to safeguard and promote fair access to higher education through our outreach work, financial support, etc. and includes targets and milestones which we set for ourselves. Anti-Bribery Policy Information regarding the University's zero-tolerance approach to bribery. Apprenticeship Subcontracting Policy This policy sets out Birmingham City University’s approach to subcontracting of its higher and degree apprenticeship provision. BCU tax strategy This document applies to Birmingham City University and all its related, subsidiary entities. Cookie policy We use cookies on our website to enhance your experience. Criminal Finances Act 2017 The University's Statement of Commitment on the Criminal Finances Act 2017. Data breach reporting procedure All potential or actual personal data security breaches should be reported as soon as they are discovered. Data Protection Complaints Procedure and Form This page explains the procedure for submitting complaints related to data protection including the handling of personal information. It also outlines how Birmingham City University will manage your complaint and what you can expect throughout the process. Data Protection Policy and Appropriate Policy Document The University’s framework for managing the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation requirements. Degree outcomes statement Our Degree Outcomes Statement sets out how we maintain academic standards and protect the value of our qualifications over time. It includes the outcomes of our internal review of degree classifications awarded over the last five years. Equal Pay Audit A new report is forthcoming and will soon be available on this page. Ethical Investment Policy This policy outlines the University's approach to management of funds to minimise the risk of investment in areas that conflicts with our core values. Ethical Principles and Practice Policy Find out more about our commitment to ethical principles. External speaker event form This form is for booking external speakers. Freedom of Information Act Information relating to The Freedom of Information Act 2000. Freedom of Speech Code of Practice This Code of Practice sets out the University’s commitment to freedom of speech and academic freedom within the law. Gender, Ethnicity and Disability Pay Gaps Reporting This report provides the Gender, Ethnicity and Disability Pay Gaps at Birmingham City University for the 2025/26 reporting year. Gift policy The University’s policy in relation to the acceptance of donations, endowments and legacies. Intellectual Property Policy This Policy outlines the rights, responsibilities, and procedures for staff and students in the creation, ownership, and commercialisation of intellectual property and associated intellectual assets developed within the university. Intimate Relationship Policy All employees of the university, at all times, are expected to maintain professional relationships with students. Policy and Code of Practice on Whistleblowing How to raise concerns about malpractice at the University if you are an employee or work here. Prevent duty We have a statutory obligation to implement the Prevent Duty. Privacy Notices This page outlines the information collected by the University and how we use it, as we are fully committed to safeguarding and preserving your privacy when visiting our family of websites or communicating electronically with us. Risk Management policy This Risk Management policy explains the University’s underlying approach to risk management. Safeguarding Policy We aim to provide a safe environment in which to work, study and research. Student protection plan Our Student Protection Plan sets out set out what students can expect to happen should a course, campus, or institution close. Subject Access Request Procedure A procedure for UK GDPR ‘Right of Access’ requests. The Modern Slavery Statement Birmingham City University has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery. The Student Contract Outlines the contractual relationship between the University and its students and provides the various rules, regulations, policies and procedures that form part of the contract Trade Union Facility Time Report The data covers the relevant period of 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025. View the previous period's data Recent searches No recent searches Popular searches Virtual Tour Interview advice Postgraduate study Scholarships Open Days Suggested searches Accommodation Life in Birmingham Reaching beyond Graduate Scholarship Degree Apprenticeships