Dear students,
The Universities and Colleges Union (UCU) has asked its members to take action short of a strike from Monday 28 April 2014, in support of a national claim regarding pay for 2013-14. Although the University has not yet been formally notified by the Union, it understands that this would take the form of a boycott of all marking and assessment activity.
Our primary concern is that our students are not disadvantaged by this proposed action and that there is minimal disruption to your studies and progression. The University is working hard with your representatives on the Southampton University Students鈥� Union (SUSU) and other colleagues to put in place effective contingency plans, so that you can continue with your studies and exams as planned.
You should continue with your studies and preparations for exams and assessments as normal.
If this national action by the trade union does take place, you will be informed through the Sussed portal. Should there be any variation to your academic schedule you will be notified by your faculty鈥檚 Student Office.
It is the University鈥檚 sincere hope that this dispute will be resolved before 28 April.
Yours sincerely
Professor Adam Wheeler
Provost and Deputy Vice-Chancellor