Monitoring Course Progress of Overseas Students Policy
The Policy and Procedure specifies progress monitoring at the end of semester for international students to ensure course completion as in the CoE.
Policies and Procedures
At Sydney College of Divinity, we maintain strong internal policies. Our policies are drafted in line with the framework on higher education and research provided by the Australian government. Sydney College of Divinity policies are listed here in the interest of transparency.
Orientation Policy and Procedures
The policy defines the key information to be disseminated to new students ahead of the commencement of their studies
Privacy Policy
The policy ensures compliance with relevant privacy legislation, Higher Education Standards, and the commitment of the Sydney College of Divinity to transparency, responsibility, and fairness in its management of information.
Professional Development Policy and Procedures
The SCD Strategic Plan 2019–2021 speaks to the professional development of faculty and staff. This policy acknowledges the imperative for suitable professional development as set out in the Higher Education Standards 2015 framework.
Recognition of Prior Learning Policy
The Policy outlines the process of RPL submission and outcomes. The downloadable file contains the Application Form and Evidence Template.
Record-Keeping Policy
The Policy lays out the teaching bodies and SCD tasks in relation to their responsibility to keeping student records.
Refund and Withdrawal Policy
The Policy discusses the eligibility and conditions for refund of tuition fees to students.
Research Active in the SCD Policy
The Policy defines the criteria for faculty to be recognised as research active, both to comply with the 2017 Higher Education Standards and to meet the needs of supervision of research thesis.
Student Disability Policy
The Policy defines what constitutes a disability, and the rights/ entitlements and obligations of students with disabilities in relation to education and training.
Student Grievance Flowchart
The indicative flowchart is linked to the Student Grievance Policy and Procedures. It helps the student to see at a glance the process of reporting a grievance experienced by a SCD student.
Student Grievance Policy and Procedures
The Policy provides a mechanism for addressing grievances affecting the student, whether academic or non-academic. Student Grievance Notification Form is available in the downloadable file.
Student Support and Welfare Policy
The Policy is an acknowledgement of SCD’s responsibility to students. It lists the Key Related Documents indicating where particular matters are addressed.
Students at Academic Risk Policy and Procedures
This document assists the teaching bodies to identify areas where the provision of additional support will help students achieve a successful outcome.
Suspension, Deferment or Cancellation of an Overseas Student's Enrolment Policy
Policy and procedure when an international students’ enrolment is suspended, deferred or cancelled by the college or student.
Transfer Between Registered Providers Policy
The Policy is for international students who in certain circumstances transfer from another registered provider’s course prior to completing 6 months to a SCD course.