Changes to Programmes

Classification of Major or Minor Modifications/Changes

The Modifications to Programmes and Modules Table provides an overview of the most common reasons for changes to programmes, the type of change process that must be undertaken, and the action that must be taken with regards to notifying/consulting with students to ensure the University is compliant with consumer protection law.

Classification of Material or Non-material Modifications/Changes

Whilst administratively, a modification to a module or a change to a programme may be classified as Major or Minor, the impact of each modification/change needs to also be assessed to ascertain its impact on key stakeholders which will lead to a decision on whether a modification/change is Material or Non-material.  The Modifications to Programmes and Modules Table provides an overview of the most common reasons for modification/changes to modules/programmes and the associated classification as to whether these are material or non-material.

To ensure the University is compliant with consumer protection law, Module Leads and Programme Leads/Directors of Programmes must follow the required communication with key stakeholders (Key stakeholders: Current Students, Offer Holders, Applicants, Potential Students) as detailed in Modifications to Programmes and Modules Table and the guidance provided on the Education Quality Sharepoint site (link to internal site).