Step 1 – Verbal warning:
Situations where a student is not adhering to the expected standards of behaviour can be handled in the first instance at the local level by the concerned staff member. Staff members can address the student directly and explain that the student’s behaviour is inappropriate and should not be repeated.
Step 2 – Follow up in writing:
After speaking with the student, the staff member must lodge a student conduct warning via the Dixon web form, providing a summary of the incident and details of any verbal warning. The Office of the Academic Registrar will assess the incident and determine whether the matter is to be handled as a student conduct warning or escalated to general misconduct. If the matter is handled as a student conduct warning, the student will be issued a written warning reiterating their responsibilities to behave appropriately.
Step 3 – Repetition of behaviour:
If a student repeats behaviour for which they have previously received a warning, the matter must be lodged as general misconduct via theDixon web form. General misconduct is handled in accordance with Statute No.10 – Student Discipline and the General Misconduct Rules.
Step 4 – Seek assistance:
If the student’s behaviour is sufficiently serious to consider taking formal disciplinary action, you may contact the Office of the Academic Registrar, sco@curtin.edu.au, to discuss what further action may be taken. Threats to the health (physical, emotional or psychological) of staff or students would automatically fall within this category. If there is an immediate threat call Safer Community Team on 9266 4444 and then once everyone is safe, contact the Office of the Academic Registrar, sco@curtin.edu.au for further advice.
