The Independent Advice team arrived in September 2015 and came in response to the BPP University Students' Association recognising the importance of providing its' students with a service that was completely independent of the University (a requirement recognised by the Office of the Independent Adjudicator.
This ensures that you can discuss any matter or issue with us and you can be absolutely confident that it will remain confidential within the parameters of our advice standards.
To view our advice standards please click here
The team are here to help you throughout your studies. The service that we provide is free, confidential and unbiased and as Independent Advisors, we are here to support you – the students!
Areas of work
Our main area of work is providing academic support when things don’t go to plan, ranging from offering feedback on Extenuating Circumstances or Academic Appeal applications to advising students on the Complaints procedure. We can also provide support through the Academic Misconduct process, including discussing the process and attending your hearing as an observer.
In addition to academic advice, the team support students in other areas of their university journey, for instance:
- Administering the Students’ Association Crisis Fund: This fund supports students facing financial emergencies.
- Offering well-being guidance and signposting: Helping students access resources and services to maintain their mental health and overall well-being,
- Running the Student Wellbeing Ambassadorship: The Wellbeing Ambassadors are students who work alongside the Independent Advice team to offer peer-led support, helping students to feel heard, supported, and part of a caring community. You too can be involved in this by applying here!
- Advocacy and representation: Supporting students with more complex cases that may require liaising with University staff on their behalf.
You can get in touch with us via our contact form.
We look forward to supporting you throughout your time as a student here at BPP, to ensure it is both memorable and rewarding in helping you achieve your future career goals.
We are a proud member of Advice UK.
