ACADEMIC ADVISING PILOT
Information for Students
Students can expect:
- A named academic advisor, contact details and office hours
- That the academic advisor will introduce themselves and maintain contact
- That the academic advisor will organise and hold scheduled meetings with the student
- That the meetings will be at a mutually convenient time
- Notice of upcoming meetings with the documents and purpose shared in advance
- That advising will be developmentally-focused with clear objectives
- That their academic advisor will be open and impartial, creating a safe space for students to discuss their development
- That the academic advisor will be prepared, will provide accurate information, and will signpost students to other student supports as appropriate
Students are responsible for:
- Attending all scheduled meetings with their academic advisor
- Communicating with their academic advisor if they are unable to attend these meetings, and rescheduling the meeting at an agreed alternative time
- Taking an active role in reflecting on their progress and managing their own academic and professional development
- Engaging in preparatory or post-meeting activities as agreed with their academic advisor
- Informing themselves on informational advising matters so that they can use their sessions with their academic advisor for maximum benefit
- Taking the initiative in raising difficulties that impact their ability to study
- Being proactive in identifying and accessing any relevant specialist support offered by the university
- Maintaining records of actions agreed with their academic advisor
