Student Handbook 2021-22

LEARNING AGREEMENT
We want to make sure you achieve everything you set out to do at Dv8
Sussex both academically and personally. Knowledge and information are
crucial to achievement, and we want to ensure you understand how Dv8
Sussex works, what our expectations are of you as a learner and what you
can expect from us. This agreement underpins the main points of the
college rules given to you as part of your induction and relates specifically to
your Study Programme.
Please read the following carefully and seek clarification/ advice on any
points that are not clear.
The College will provide you with:
An introduction to the learning spaces and Dv8 Sussex within your first
week. This will include information on your course and qualifications,
available facilities, support staff, how to keep yourself safe and health
and safety procedures
Opportunities for regular assessment, tutorial reviews of your progress
both vocational and personal and clear systems for recording your
achievements
A curriculum that stretches and challenges you to achieve all you can
Individual support at all stages of your learning including additional
support from external agencies if required
Reasonable access to appropriate facilities, resources and equipment
Agreed learning outcomes and learning support
Opportunities to comment on and provide feedback on your learning
programme and course or Centre facilities
Clear and timely information, advice and guidance relating to your
personal progression plan into further /higher education and training or
employment or future career
Explicit confirmation of the qualifications that you are being entered for
Inclusivity, Equality of Opportunity and ensuring you are treated fairly
A safe, comfortable and friendly environment in which to learn
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