Defence Reservists & Emergency Volunteers
Policy applies to: | All coursework degrees in the Melbourne Model |
Policy Objective:
The University is committed to working with students who are members of the Defence Reserves and other emergency service volunteer organisations, to ensure that they are not disadvantaged academically or financially1 as a consequence of their participation in service activities.
Policy:
The University encourages a flexible approach to the provision of assistance for Defence Reservists and emergency service volunteers, subject to preservation of the integrity of academic programs, the maintenance of appropriate academic standards and equity between students. Provision may include alternative examination arrangements, renegotiation of assessment deadlines, alternative format learning materials, cross-institutional study, timetable planning and flexibility about class attendance requirements, deferment, leave of absence, withdrawal and refunds. Discretion available within these policy areas may apply to Defence Reservists and emergency service volunteers.
Students who wish to receive assistance on the grounds that they are a Reservist or emergency service volunteer must submit appropriate documentation verifying that they are identified and recognised as a Reservist or volunteer.
It is the students responsibility to notify the University of any change in status and the University has the discretion to ask for an update status annually, or as required.
1 i.e. by allowing, where appropriate, refund of tuition fee, see below.