BA/MMath in Mathematics Handbook (2025-26 Entry)
11. University Policies and Other Important Documents
The University has a wide range of policies and regulations that apply to students. These are easily accessible through the A-Z of University regulations, codes of conduct and policies available on the Oxford Students website: https://www.ox.ac.uk/students/academic/regulations. Particular attention is drawn to the following University and Departmental policies.
11.1 Intellectual Property Rights
The University in its Statutes claims ownership of certain forms of intellectual property which students create in the course of, or incidentally to, their studies. There are arrangements in the University's regulations for protecting and exploiting this property, and sharing the commercial exploitations revenues with the student originators. By accepting a place at Oxford and signing the Student Contract with the University, you agree to be legally bound by these provisions. The regulations relating to intellectual property can be found on the University website at https://www.ox.ac.uk/students/academic/guidance/intellectual-property
11.2 Code on Harassment
The Mathematical Institute has appointed senior members who may be consulted in connection with the University's Code on Harassment. Details are posted on the Mathematical Institute webpage: https://www.maths.ox.ac.uk/members/hr/wellbeing-and-support/harassment-advisors
Consent Matters - part of the Oxford Against Sexual Violence campaign
We're asking all students to complete a new online consent programme to develop understanding, communication and respect as a student in Oxford's community. In the short interactive course, you'll learn how to recognise and ask for sexual consent, look out for others, and where to find support if you need it. You can access the course remotely now: https://www.ox.ac.uk/students/welfare/supportservice/consent-for-students. We encourage all students to complete the training before arriving in Oxford for the start of term. Consent Matters forms part of Oxford Against Sexual Violence, the University's campaign that exists to send a clear message that sexual harassment and violence of any form is unacceptable. Free, independent support and advice is available to any student who has been affected by sexual harassment or violence through the Sexual Harassment and Violence Support Service webpage: https://www.ox.ac.uk/students/welfare/supportservice
11.3 Disabilities and Equal Opportunities
The University is committed to making arrangements where appropriate to enable students with disabilities to participate fully in student life. Please see the University's Equal Opportunities Statement available at: https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/equality-policy, and the Mathematics Departmental Disability Statement in Appendix D.
11.4 Safety
You are urged at all times to act responsibly, and with a proper care for your own safety and that of others. Departmental statements of safety policy are posted in all departments, and you must comply with them. Students should note that they (and others entering onto departmental premises or who are involved in departmental activities) are responsible for exercising care in relation to themselves and others who may be affected by their actions.
Please note that in the Institute, accidents should be reported immediately to reception, who keep the accident book. There is a first aid room located on the ground floor of the South wing. If you require access to this room, please report to reception.
Each lecture theatre has its own proper escape route and you are urged to familiarise yourself with these, when this becomes necessary. Those for the Mathematical Institute lecture and seminar rooms, are set online at https://www.maths.ox.ac.uk/members/building-information/security-safety-and-reporting-building-issues. In the case of evacuation of the lecture theatre, give heed to the instructions of the lecturer.
11.5 AI
The Mathematical Institute's policy for students on the use of generative artificial intelligence in summatively assessed work can be found on the Mathematical Institute's website: Departmental policy on use of AI_CR_Oct25