College of Shari'ah

This document is an official document issued by Qassim University In the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, specifically from the Secretariat of the University Council. It is titled “Regulations Organizing the Work of Student Rights Committees at the University”. This regulation was approved by virtue of University Council Resolution No. (12-03-39) in its third session for the academic year 1438/1439 AH..

The purpose of the document

The document aims to establish a legal and procedural system that protects students' rights within the university environment, focusing on the following points:

• Achieve a homogeneous university community characterized by a spirit of cooperation.
• Affirming the principles of justice and fairness as a fundamental pillar to support student rights in accordance with the established regulations.
• Providing consultations and educating students on their rights and how to obtain them through official channels.
• Provide a favorable climate for resolving disputes amicably before resorting to formal procedures.

Key discussion points

The content of the regulation is distributed across several organizational and operational axes:

1. Definitions and Organizational Structure The regulation clarifies the titles and responsible parties, as the committees are divided into Subcommittees In every college, andStanding Committee Associated with the university president.
2. Formation of Committees and Their Tasks
   • Standing Committee: It is headed by a figure from the College of Sharia and includes members from legal and academic bodies, specializing in reviewing grievances referred by the university president or objections to decisions of subcommittees.
   • Subcommittees Committees are formed within faculties to consider students' initial grievances concerning justice and fairness.
3. Procedural Rules and Time Limits: The regulation sets strict time limits, as appeals may not be filed after the expiration of 15 days From the incident, as committees should rule on appeals within 15 days Also.
4. Formal Models: The document includes annexes for grievance forms (for the Standing and Sub-committees) and receipt forms, to ensure the procedural process is documented and the rights of all parties are protected.
5. Obligations and Penalties The regulation requires the student to provide truthful information, and if the “vexatious nature of the appeal” is proven, the student will be referred to the disciplinary committee.

Target audience

This regulation directly targets Qassim University students At all academic levels and degrees, including visiting students. It is also considered a primary reference for University staff Of the faculty and administrative members participating in committees or parties that may be subject to appeal, to ensure the educational process proceeds on clear systematic foundations..