The Religion, Belief and Study Policy for students has been designed with reference to the Equality Act 2010 and ensures recognition of the diversity of belief in the University community. The University celebrates and values the diversity of its community and through its equality, diversity and inclusion policies and procedures, seeks to foster academic and creative freedom and ensure that all students, irrespective of their religious or belief system, including no religion or belief, are treated in accordance with the University's values and core principles.
Although the University of Westminster does not have any religious affiliation and is not aligned with any denomination or faith, we recognise the freedom of individuals and groups to express their religious or non-religious beliefs, without being subject to bullying, discrimination or harassment
The policy covers the following areas:
- Breaches of the policy
- Dress and facilities
- Religious societies
- Religious Observance Calendar
- Teaching and assessment
Religious Observance Scheduled Assessment Form
The University tries to avoid setting any formal examinations on religious observance dates as identified in the Religious Observance Calendar. However, there may be other religious commitments (such as observance of the Sabbath) which may prevent you from attending scheduled assessments at certain times. If this is the case, please complete the form below.
- Scheduled Assessments: e.g. in-class tests, lab tests, presentations, practicals, vivas, performances etc. Complete the form and submit it to your module leaders as soon as the assessment dates are published for your module.
- Formal Exams: Complete this form and submit it to the Student Centre by the end of Teaching Week 4 for both September and January starters.
Religious observance dates
The Religious Observance Calendar is produced annually by the University’s Faith and Spirituality team. The calendar identifies the principal religious festivals and includes a list of specific observance dates and times of day (where appropriate) on which certain University activities shall be avoided.
Further information
Further information can be found on the Faith and spirituality page.