Student Rights
The University aims to create and maintain a positive, safe and accessible educational environment for all, which includes respect for:
- the dignity of all members of the University Community;
- the fair treatment of individuals;
- academic freedom, freedom of expression of opinion and scientific research subject to the respect of and adherence to the culture, values, morals of the Qatari community, and the laws of Qatar;
- the University’s resources and property for all individuals;
- the safety and the security of all individuals;
- all individuals regardless of their race, colour, gender, religion, age or disability.
Students have the right to:
- pursue their education without being subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, or disability, so long as they maintain their eligibility to remain a Student by meeting the University’s academic standards and adhering to its policies and procedures.
- freedom of thought, expression, research, inquiry and legitimate classroom discussion, in accordance with applicable policies, rules and laws adopted by the University and the State of Qatar, and subject to the instructor's responsibilities to maintain order and to complete the course requirements;
- fair and impartial academic evaluation;
- confidentiality and the safekeeping of Student’s records, which will only be disclosed in accordance with the University’s policies governing personal data privacy protection;
- be provided with a syllabus explaining the Course requirements, assignments, standards and methods used in evaluating the Student's academic performance and classroom rules and expectations;
- be informed in writing of any necessary changes in assignments, requirements, or methods of grading during the semester with the reasons for such changes.
- a fair grievance, disciplinary and appeal process, whenever applicable, in accordance the relevant policies and procedures;
- review and discuss assessments in accordance with the applicable policies and procedures.
- receive all rules, policies or procedures regarding study at the University;
- obtain their completed assignments, once marked, unless the instructor has previously informed the students otherwise.
- expect the University to provide instructors who possess appropriate knowledge in relation to their course of instruction.
- expect quality services and resources that support instruction and student life.
Student Responsibilities
All University Students are required at all times, both while on and off University premises, as well as online, to behave as responsible members of the University community, and to represent and uphold the good name of the University.
Students are expected to familiarize themselves with and act according to the following:
- treating all others (Students, Staff, and visitors) in a respectful manner;
- conducting themselves with the highest standards of honesty inside and outside the classroom, as well as online;
- being actively concerned for the safety, security, and the well-being of each individual and a respect for individual, communal and University property;
- abiding by and upholding the University dress code expectations and culturally appropriate behavior;
- conducting themselves with propriety at all times and in an appropriate manner when they are, or can be seen to be, representing the University;
- abiding by safe driving and parking practices on campus, ensuring not to endanger themselves or others, including security guards;
- abiding by and upholding University policies, rules, regulations and guidelines
- reading University communications whether delivered in writing, via e-mail, social media, or other technological means.
A Student must carry their Student identification with them at all times while on campus and provide their identification when asked to do so by a University Staff or members of the University’s security, in the course of their duties.