Petition · past parliament
Reduce University First Class Honours from 70% to 65%
Rejected
10 signatures
What the petition asks
Studying online is very difficult especially when the universities are not well organised and haven’t provided enough support or materials to make it clear for the students. Studying from home means a lot of background, meaning we cannot unmute to ask questions or even take part in the seminars.
We have had many group works (reports) and chasing every group member to complete their work over the phone is quiet tough. Not everyone is as motivated when it comes to online learning and don’t put enough effort in their part. Therefore, this affects grades of students that are willing or working towards achieving a good grade (First Class). Universities are not doing anything to make it easier for students that are struggling. Considering, everything is online we need to get quick responds to our emails however this is not the case. Students also have WIFI problems, therefore, cannot attend seminars sometimes and as they are not recorded we miss out on a lot of learning.
Why it was rejected
It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.
Decisions about university courses and marking are a matter for individual universities, not the UK Government or Parliament. The Office for Students has published guidance for providers about quality and standards during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, which sets out its expectations regarding teaching and assessments: https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/publications/guidance-for-providers-about-quality-and-standards-during-coronavirus-pandemic/
If you have concerns about your university's arrangements for teaching and assessment you should raise these with your university or the Office for Students, which regulates the higher education sector.
If you have concerns about your university's arrangements for teaching and assessment you should raise these with your university or the Office for Students, which regulates the higher education sector.
Timeline
| 5 Jan 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 12 Jan 2021 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
10
Status
Rejected
Rejected
12 Jan 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.