Academic Policy & Governance

External Examiners

External Examiners are an integral part of the University's quality management processes. 

As such, External Examiners are expected to avail themselves of the key information on this page to develop an understanding and awareness of the various policies, processes and regulations which will impact upon their role.

External Examiners are particularly directed towards:

In addition, External Examiners may wish to make themselves aware of the broader framework of quality management processes at the University and the national expectations:

Any questions about External Examining at the University of Glasgow be addressed to APG-external-examiners@glasgow.ac.uk

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Roles and Responsibilities

How the External Examiner system operates at the University of Glasgow, outlining the roles and responsibilities of Academic Policy & Governance, Schools, and External Examiners in maintaining academic standards.

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Appointments

Guidance on the appointment process for External Examiners, including term lengths, nomination and extension procedures, right‑to‑work eligibility, and access to the required forms.

 

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Reports

Guidance on submitting External Examiner reports, how these are reviewed and acted upon by Schools, and how to find previously published reports.

 

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Fees and Expenses

Guidance on External Examiner fee payments, expense claims, and how to arrange travel and accommodation through the relevant School.

 

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Guidance Documents and Forms

Key guidance and documents for External Examiners, including FAQs, appointment and remit‑change forms, response templates, privacy information, and links to postgraduate research nomination processes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find out more on our Frequently Asked Questions for External Examiners and Glasgow Staff