Policies and Procedures

Our policies and procedures set out how the College operates and outline our expectations for, and commitments to, our staff and students.

William College Policies

William College’s policies set out the standards, processes and responsibilities that guide how the College operates. They support effective governance, regulatory compliance and a consistent approach to academic provision, student experience and professional conduct.

Privacy Notices and Data Protection

Learn how we protect your personal data and comply with UK data protection laws. Our privacy notices explain how we collect, use, and store your information.

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Staff Bring your Own Device (BYOD) Policy

Student Policies Before You Apply

These documents explain the information you should consider before accepting an offer and becoming a student at William College:

During Your Studies

These policies explain your rights, responsibilities and the support available while studying with William College:

Assessment and Academic Matters

These documents explain how your work is assessed and the academic standards expected of all students:

Note: Academic appeals are managed by the partner university with support from William College. Please see the partner section below for additional information.

Changes to Your Studies

These policies explain how changes to your studies are managed and the options available if your circumstances change:

Concerns and Complaints

If something goes wrong, these policies explain how concerns can be raised and how they will be handled:

Student Complaints Policy and Procedures

Note: Complaints are handled both by William College and the Partner University, depending on the nature and severity. Please see the partner section below for additional information.

Safety, Equality and Student Welfare

These documents describe the College's commitment to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment:

Partner University Policies

William College delivers programmes awarded by our partner universities under franchise arrangements. While many aspects of your student experience are managed by William College, some academic regulations, policies and procedures are the responsibility of your awarding university.

We recommend that all students familiarise themselves with the policies of their awarding university. In particular, you may wish to review:

Student Protection Plan
Academic Regulations
Academic Appeals Procedures
Assessment Regulations
Complaints Procedure (where applicable)
Fitness to Study Procedures
Student Handbook

Please visit the relevant partner university website for the full range of policies and procedures applicable to your programme.

Bath Spa University: Policies – Bath Spa University

Birkbeck, University of London: Policies and procedures - Birkbeck, University of London