Google Analytics policy. Google Analytics is a powerful data analytics tool that tracks and reports website and mobile app traffic. The University of St Andrews uses Google Analytics to understand how users interact with the website in order to…

File location:

Information technology > Digital standards

Published date:

1 November 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Detailing the University’s approach to open access to ensure the widest possible access to its research publications.…

File location:

Research > Open research

Published date:

19 December 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Usability testing policy. This policy covers all usability testing which takes place at the University of St Andrews and applies to all staff who are involved in any usability testing process. The policy applies to in-person and distance testing,…

File location:

Information technology > Digital standards

Published date:

1 November 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provides information on visa regulations.…

File location:

Staff > Rights to work

Published date:

2 November 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provides information on visa regulations.…

File location:

Staff > Rights to work

Published date:

2 November 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To outline the procedure for setting tuition fees…

File location:

Student administration > Tuition fees

Published date:

28 September 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Sets out the procedure to be followed when reviewing HR-related documentation including, polices, procedures and guidance notes.…

File location:

Staff

Published date:

22 August 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This procedure provides an overview of the process to be followed when recruiting new employees who will be based overseas or posting existing employees to work overseas on a long-term basis.…

File location:

Staff > Recruitment

Published date:

1 July 2021

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

The Admissions Policy explains the policy parameters for prospective applicants to submit an application, detailing how it is reviewed and decisions they can expect.…

File location:

Student administration > Admissions

Published date:

16 January 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Policy statement regarding the function of occupational health…

File location:

Health and safety

Published date:

8 June 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

To set out the University’s policy on the payment of compensation to staff on the termination of their employment (other than the ending of a fixed term contract/ redundancy/Voluntary Severance Early Retirement (VSER) situation).…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Severance

Published date:

15 December 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This document outlines the approach to be adopted in cases of potential redundancy situations.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Redundancy

Published date:

2 November 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy is used to help applicants and offer holders know how the University will approach the reviewing process of their application.…

File location:

Student administration > Admissions

Published date:

28 June 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

This policy is used to help applicnats and offer holders know how the University will approach the reviewing process of their application.…

File location:

Student administration > Admissions

Published date:

28 June 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

The Admissions policy is a governance document that covers all relevant aspects of the application process to allow all applicants from all cohorts to clearly understand the parameters within which they are applying and ensure…

File location:

Student administration > Admissions

Published date:

29 July 2020

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Appointments offered by the Careers Centre, when they are available and how to book; expectations for students, graduates or staff members, including what they will be provided with at the appointment and how they should act before, during and after…

File location:

Extra-curricular services > Career development > Services

Published date:

21 March 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

This policy is used to help applicants and offer holders know how the University will approach the reviewing process of their application.…

File location:

Student administration > Admissions

Published date:

21 June 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Provides information and guidance for employees to request unpaid leave to look after a child that they have (or expect to have) parental responsibility for.…

File location:

Staff > Annual leave and other absence > Family friendly leave

Published date:

11 January 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

The CFA policy deals with the implementation of adequate or reasonable procedures to prevent facilitation of tax evasion.…

File location:

Financial matters > Legal regulations

Published date:

30 August 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

This policy outlines the criteria for entry to honours.…

File location:

Academic policies > Student progression > Entry to honours

Published date:

20 June 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Set out the University’s position on retention and recognition payments.…

File location:

Staff > Pay and benefits > Reward and recognition

Published date:

15 December 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This document provides employees with guidance on leaving the University.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Leaving the University

Published date:

19 April 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

The Estates design guide is intended to lay out design criteria for all those involved in building design, refurbishment and maintenance…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability

Published date:

18 January 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

The Admissions policy is a governance document that covers all relevant aspects of the application process to allow all applicants from all cohorts to clearly understand the parameters within which they are applying.…

File location:

Student administration > Admissions

Published date:

13 December 2019

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Guidance for employees who are members of the S&LAS pension scheme who want to apply for early retirement as a result of ill-health.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Retirement

Published date:

6 April 2021

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This FOP outlines the University's policy and procedure for treasury management, including risk management, cash flow and money laundering.…

File location:

Financial matters > Tax and treasury management

Published date:

30 August 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy outlines the principles within which the University of St Andrews communicates, awards and administers scholarships and bursaries.…

File location:

Student administration > Academic financial support > Scholarships

Published date:

28 September 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Summary of employee conditions.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Contract management

Published date:

17 June 2021

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Guidance for the disciplinary panel to conduct the disciplinary process from preparation through to conclusion.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

10 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provides information and guidance on how to conduct a right to work check and prevent illegal working and to ensure the University is compliant with immigration rules.…

File location:

Staff > Rights to work

Published date:

29 September 2022

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To provide guidance on the University’s cash handling procedures in compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) and Data Protection Act 1998.…

File location:

Financial matters > Income and debt management

Published date:

15 June 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

This document outlines the terms under which sports clubs are affiliated to the Athletic Union at the University of St Andrews.…

File location:

Extra-curricular services > Sports

Published date:

4 February 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Overview of Careers Centre online guidance.…

File location:

Extra-curricular services > Career development > Services

Published date:

10 August 2020

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

To provide guidance to University staff regarding the identification, classification and treatment of charitable donations in order to ensure that the University is compliant with current financial accounting regulations and UK tax legislation.…

File location:

Financial matters > Donations and investments

Published date:

3 July 2019

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy sets out the procedure for raising and responding to disclosures of GBV and sexual misconduct.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Dignity and respect

Published date:

15 December 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Provide statements of clarification on the St Andrews approach to providing degree and module information; curriculum review, teaching and learning; and fee setting.…

File location:

Student administration > Conditions of study

Published date:

13 December 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Terms and conditions for the purchase of goods and services.…

File location:

Purchasing and procurement > Terms and conditions

Published date:

31 January 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To outline the procedure by which the University eliminates the provision of excessive credit to potential customers.…

File location:

Financial matters > Selling goods and services

Published date:

30 August 2021

Document type:

Procedure

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This policy sets out the procedure for raising, addressing and resolving concerns about individual or organisational behaviour in regard to bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Dignity and respect

Published date:

7 December 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Careers Centre eligible user entitlement.…

File location:

Extra-curricular services > Career development > Service standards

Published date:

3 September 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Aligned with the University of St Andrews Sustainable Development Strategy & the associated Policy Statement, integrating environmental & social responsibilities in the University’s activities.…

File location:

Purchasing and procurement

Published date:

16 April 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

List of examples that the University deems as unacceptable conduct.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Conduct management

Published date:

10 March 2022

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

This document is designed to advise staff on the appropriate methods to be used when purchasing goods and services.…

File location:

Purchasing and procurement > Buying

Published date:

26 October 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Overview of how students can find part-time job opportunities in St Andrews and the service we provide for employers.…

File location:

Extra-curricular services > Career development > Services

Published date:

17 September 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

This policy governs all University examinations and students are advised to read and understand these Rules before sitting examinations.…

File location:

Academic policies > Assessment, examination and award > Examination rules

Published date:

25 November 2022

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Provides guidance on the new joiner salary process.…

File location:

Staff > Pay and benefits > Pay rates arrangements

Published date:

26 July 2021

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

To inform staff of the University's Biodiversity Policy…

File location:

Estate > Environmental sustainability > Biodiversity

Published date:

23 December 2020

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Document outlining process for student academic appeals…

File location:

University governance > Academic appeals

Published date:

17 January 2023

Document type:

Policy

Scope (applies to):

All students

Frequently asked questions for the employee and line manager.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Performance management

Published date:

29 July 2021

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff

Frequently asked questions for employee and line manager.…

File location:

Staff > Employee relations > Dignity and respect

Published date:

29 July 2021

Document type:

Guidance

Scope (applies to):

All staff