Core values
Academic freedom and freedom of expression are vital components of an open and democratic society, and are fundamental to our core purpose as a University.
What do we mean by academic freedom and freedom of expression?
While they are often used interchangeably, academic freedom and freedom of expression are different principles that often sit alongside each other in a University context.
About academic freedom and freedom of expression
What do these freedoms mean for us?
In today’s climate of increasingly passionate and polarised debate, it is especially important that we support our community to be able to exercise their rights of lawful academic freedom and free expression.
Our commitment to academic freedom and freedom of expression
Supporting our community
The Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression Working Group was set up to identify how we can best support these freedoms across our diverse community.
Guidance for staff & students
Policies and guidance to support staff and students.
Staff and student event guidelines
Staff and student protest guidelines
Additional resources
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Latest News
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