Fitness to Study Policy and Procedure

Fitness to study relates to an individual’s capacity to participate fully and satisfactorily as a student, in relation to academic studies and life generally at the University of Bristol.

The University is committed to supporting student wellbeing and recognises that a positive approach to the management of physical and mental health is crucial to student learning and academic achievement.

The policy provides a structured procedure to be followed when dealing with students experiencing difficulties that are impacting on their academic performance, university life or the people around them.

Fitness to Study Policy and Procedure relating to students (PDF 230KB)

Useful links:

Student Rules and Regulations

Equality and Diversity Disability web page

Disability Services

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