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Student Handbook 2020- 2021 KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 1 ku.ac.ae STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020- 2021 Khalifa University of Science and Technology KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS I WELCOME MESSAGE 06 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 08 II THE UNIVERSITY 10 History of Khalifa University 11 Board of Trustees 12 Institutional Vision and Mission Statement 14 - University Vision 14 - University Strategic Goals 14 Licensure and Accreditation 15 University Financial Resources 15 Degrees and Programs Offered 15 - Undergraduate Programs 15 - Graduate Programs 15 III ADMISSION 16 Undergraduate Admission 17 Full Undergraduate Admission 17 Conditional Undergraduate Admission 17 Admission of Transfer Students 18 Admission of Non-Degree Seeking Students 18 Deferred Admission 18 Graduate Admission 18 IV SCHOLARSHIPS, INCENTIVES, AND FEES 19 Undergraduate Scholarships and Incentives 20 University Scholarships and Stipends for UAE National Students 20 University Scholarships for Expatriate and International Students 20 Stipend Payment Procedures 21 External Scholarships 21 Graduate Scholarships and Incentives 22 V ACADEMIC AFFAIRS 24 Academic Policies 26 Academic Advising 27 Registration 27 - Course Enrollment 28 - Add/Drop Deadline 28 - Course Withdrawal 28 - Withdrawal with WP or WF Grades 29 Attendance 29 - Institutional Sanctions 29 - Excused Absence 30 - Temporary Leave of Absence and Resuming Studies 30 - National Service Leave 31 - Appeals 31 KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 3 Permanent Withdrawal from the University 31 Online Students Requests 32 Grading System, GPA, and Course Repetition 33 - Grading System 33 - Incomplete Grade 34 - Grade Changes and Appeals 34 - Grade Point Average (GPA) 36 - Repetition of Courses 36 Academic Standing, Honors, Probation, and Dismissal 38 - Good Standing 38 - Academic Honors 38 - Academic Probation 38 - Academic Dismissal 39 - Appeals 39 Official Communication Method (Email) 39 VI ACADEMIC AND STUDENT SERVICES 40 Library Services 41 - Contact information 41 - Circulation Policies 42 - Reference Service and Instructions 42 - Document Delivery 42 - Photocopying, Printing, and Scanning Services 42 - Code of Conduct for Library Users 42 Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) 43 - Learning Centers 43 VII STUDENT SERVICES 44 Student Success 45 Counseling Services 45 Special Need Services 46 Workshops & Outreach Programs 46 Community Service 46 Student Life 47 - Student Council (Governance) 47 - Clubs and Associations 47 - Student Professional Chapters 48 - Student Group/Clubs Guidelines and Procedures 48 - Student Participation (Involvement on/off campus) 49 - Guidelines for Student Activities and Organizations 50 - Health and Fitness Activities 51 Career Services 52 - Career Advising 53 - Internship 53 KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 4 - Career Development Course 53 - Career Services Events 53 - Alumni Relations Office 53 - KU Alumni Association 54 VIII CAMPUS FACILITIES AND SERVICES 55 Laboratories and Workshops 56 - EHS Procedures for Lab and Workshop Facilities 56 Building Access after Hours 56 Health Services 57 Emergency Services 57 Prayer Rooms 57 Student Lounges 58 Sport Facilities 58 Food Outlets and Retails 59 Bookstore 60 Banking Services 60 Residence Visa and Government Affairs 60 Transportation Services 60 Student Residences 61 IX INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SUPPORT 62 IT Service Desk and Remote Support 63 Email Usage 63 Campus Network Infrastructure 63 Applications and E-Services 63 - KU Portal 64 - Student Information System (SIS) 64 - Learning Management System (LMS) 64 - Virtual Classroom Platforms 64 - Admissions System 64 Computing Facilities at Khalifa University 64 - Main Campus 64 - SAN Campus 64 - Masdar City 65 - Meeting Rooms 65 Authorized Hardware and Software 65 - New Software Installation and Upgrades 66 Computer Lab Use 66 - Computer Lab Etiquette 66 Appropriate and Inappropriate Usage of IT Facilities 66 - Examples of Appropriate Use of Information Technology 67 - Examples of Inappropriate use of Information Technology 67 - Inappropriate Use of Email 69 - Procedures in the Event of a Suspected Violation 69 X MEDIA AND WEBSITES REGULATIONS 70 - Student Publications 71 KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 5 Use of Social Networking Sites 71 - Social Networking Sites Policies 71 Protection of Private and Proprietary Information 72 Policies on Student Website Pages 72 Proper Use of Electronic Resources 73 Photography and Videography 74 - General Image Policy 74 - Image Capture of Individuals on University Property 74 - Additional Policies 75 Guest Speakers and Lectures 75 - Approval for a Guest Speaker 75 XI STUDENT REGULATIONS 76 General Conduct 77 Co-Ed Conduct 78 Dress Code 79 - Male Students 79 - Female Students 79 Classroom Behavior 80 Safety and Security 80 Student Code of Conduct 81 XII STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 82 Academic Student Rights 83 Procedural Rights 83 Student Responsibilities 83 Attendance Rules and Regulations 84 - Attendance/Absenteeism 84 Examination Rules and Procedures 88 - Examination Regulations 88 - Absence from Examinations 89 Well-being of Female Students 89 - Conduct Toward Women 89 - Privacy and Public Areas 89 Active Learning and Course Feedback 90 - Course Feedback 90 Student Grievance and Appeals 90 - Grievance Procedure 90 - Appeals Procedure 91 - The Student Appeals Committee (SAC) 91 XIII STUDENT DISCIPLINARY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 93 Academic and Non-Academic Policies 94 - Academic Policies 94 - Non-Academic Misconduct 98 XIV HELPFUL STUDENT-RELATED OFFICES CONTACT INFORMATION 101 KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 6 I WELCOME MESSAGE KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 7 WELCOME! Greetings from Khalifa University of Science and Technology, a diverse, stimulating and inviting community committed to your success. Khalifa University (KU) is the top-rated institution in the UAE according to the QS World University Rankings 2021. In 2020, Khalifa University leaped to 57 slots, to be ranked 211 in the QS Rankings. With the new rankings, Khalifa University has become the only university from the UAE to be placed among the top 250 universities in the world. The University is closely aligned with Abu Dhabi’s 2030 vision to expand the knowledge economy and diversify into strategic high technology sectors. Khalifa University is actively involved in establishing long-term strategic partnerships with a variety of organizations. The University currently enjoys strong relationships with many national and international partners including industry leaders, multinational entities, government agencies, universities and other institutions. By partnering with these entities, the University seeks to emphasize its commitment to research and development, as well as providing its students and faculty the opportunity to solve applied problems and gain real world experience. Our professors and staff, combined with the outstanding programs and dynamic research opportunities, make Khalifa University a truly excellent educational institution. We are proud of our committed and high-achieving student body, of which the female students comprise over fifty percent of total enrollment. There are active professional societies in every discipline and KU students participate in local and international internships. We regularly invite influential individuals and organizations to the campus to enrich our academic and professional experiences. KU Alumni have the advantage of starting their careers with top companies in the industry. KU is very proud of its unique recreational and athletic facilities. We support a wide range of student activities, clubs, and sports teams, and encourage students to become active participants in campus life. Our door is always open to entertain comments and suggestions on how to better serve the constituency of Khalifa University. You are encouraged to explore the full range of our academic opportunities where you will find inspiration and support to fulfill your educational and career goals. Welcome to Khalifa University! KU STUDENT HANDBOOK 8 ACADEMIC CALENDER 2019 - 2020 ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2020-2021 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat WK 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Faculty Reporting 17 New Std Orientation 18 New Std Orientation 19 New Std Orientation 20 New Std Orientation 21 22 AUGUST 23 Classes Begin 24 25 26 27 End of add/drop for UG 28 29 1 30 31 1 2 3 End of add/drop for PG 4 5 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 13 14 15 16 17 Run Census report 18 19 4 R 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 5 SEPTEMBE 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 6 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7 11 12 13 14 15 Mid-Grade Due Date 16 17 8 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 9 25 26 27 28 29 Last Day to withdraw with 30 31 OCTOBER "W" 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 12 15 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 16 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 17 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 18 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 19 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 20 21 13 NOVEMBER 22 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 23 Advmt priod Sprng 2021 24 Early Reg. Spring 2021 25 Early Reg. Spring 2021 26 Early Reg. Spring 2021 27 28 14 29 30 1 Commemoration Day 2 National Day 3 National Day 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Last day of classes 11 12 15 13 FinalExams Begin; Thesis 14 15 16 17 18 19 Submission 16 20 21 22 Final Exams End 23 24 Final Grades Due 25 26 17 27 Winter Break 28 29 30 31 1 2 DECEMBER 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Faculty Reporting 11 12 New Std Orientation 13 New Std Orientation 14 15 16 17 Classes Begin 18 19 20 21 End of add/drop for UG 22 23 1 24 25 26 27 28 End of add/drop for PG 29 30 2 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 JANUARY 3 7 8 9 10 11 Run Census report 12 13 4 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 5 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 6 28 1 2 3 4 5 6 FEBRUARY 7 7 8 9 10 11 Mid-Grade Due Date 12 13 8 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 9 21 22 23 24 25 Last Day to withdraw with 26 27 MARCH "W" 10 28 Spring Break 29 Spring Break 30 Spring Break 31 Spring Break 1 Spring Break 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 11Advmt priod Summer/Fall 2021 12Advmt priod Summer/Fall 2021 13 Advmt priod Summer/Fall 14 Advmt priod Summer/Fall 15 Advmt priod Summer/Fall 16 17 2021 2021 2021 12 18 19 Early Reg.
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