Universities transform lives. Going to university leads to new ways of seeing the world, to new horizons and networks, and to significantly enhanced job opportunities. But not everyone benefits in the same way. Fewer students from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds go to university, and when they do they tend not to do as well as their more privileged peers. The influence of background continues long after graduation.
These guidelines, drafted by Pinsent Masons LLP, relate to all types of student misconduct which may constitute a criminal offence and provides some specific recommendations in relation to sexual misconduct.
Created in partnership with AVA (Against Violence and Abuse) and NUS, this toolkit supports vice-chancellors and senior leaders to tackle sexual misconduct, harassment and all forms of hate within their universities.
There have been growing concerns about cases of staff-to-student sexual misconduct in higher education. This is our guidance for universities on how to prevent and respond to these cases.