Classification and retention of University records

The University's chosen classification and disposal schedule for the retention of its records is based on the JISC produced 'Study of the records lifecycle'.

For advice on how long to retain your records in accordance with the University's retention schedule, please visit the specific components below. They are arranged in functions and activities for easier use.

Teaching and Research

• Teaching
• Research

Student Administration and Support

• Student Administration
• Student Support Services Management

Commercial Enterprise

• Related Companies Management
• Commercial Services Management
• Retail Trading Management

External Relations

• Public Relations Management
• Media Relations Management
• HE Sector Relations Management
• Community Relations Management
• Alumni Relations Management
• Fundraising
• Publishing

Corporate Management

• Strategic Planning and Performance Management
• Governance
• Risk Management
• Quality Management
• Audit
• Legal Affairs Management
• Government Relations Management
• HE Regulator Relations Management
• Student Union Relations Management
• Organisational Development
• Health and Safety Management
• Environmental Management

Resource Management

• Estates Management
• Finance Management
• Human Resources (Personnel) Management
• Information Resources Management
• Intellectual Property Management class closed and replaced with Information Resources Management
• ICT Systems Strategy Development class closed and replaced with Information Resources Management
• Equipment and Consumables Management
• Insurance Management
• Procurement
• Internal Services Management

Human Rights Management

• Equality and Diversity Management

Contact us

If you require further information or help please contact the Records Management Unit