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• An active data connection is required to scan the Attendance QR code.
• This can be mobile data (4G or 5G) or the university Wi‑Fi (eduroam). A live connection allows Timetabler and the QR code system to communicate with university servers in real time to record attendance correctly.
• If your mobile network does not provide coverage on campus, please refer to the ICT eduroam webpages for guidance.
• If you are still unable to connect, contact the Student Information Desk (SiD) for support.

• Before scanning an Attendance QR code, log into on your laptop or mobile browser to ensure your account is active.
• When logging into Timetabler, you should see a screen that asks only for a username.
• Enter your full university email address as the username:
• [email protected]
• If you need support or guidance with logging into the timetabling system please visit the timetable webpage or alternatively, please contact the Student Information Desk (SiD)

• Please arrive on time and allow enough time to scan the Attendance QR code.
• Scanning promptly helps avoid disrupting the session and ensures you do not miss important information at the start.
• Aim to scan the QR code with at least 10 seconds remaining on the countdown timer to allow time for the scan to process successfully.

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ uses a QR‑based attendance monitoring system to record attendance at scheduled teaching sessions, linked to the timetabling system.

For each class, teaching staff generate a unique QR code that refreshes every 60 seconds. Students must scan the QR code using their mobile device to confirm their attendance.

Academic staff are also able to review and amend attendance records where required.

Students are expected to understand how to use the attendance monitoring system, and it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that their attendance is recorded correctly.

For further guidance, check How to scan your QR code as a student [PDF]

Scanning the QR code confirms that you have attended the session. Attendance records help the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ support students’ academic progress and wellbeing and meet external requirements, such as those set by the Student Loans Company or UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).

You should scan the QR code during the timetabled session, using the code provided by your lecturer or tutor. Codes are usually available for a limited time during the class.

The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ takes attendance monitoring seriously. Deliberately trying to bypass the process like sharing the attendance QR codes could lead to disciplinary action under our Student Code of Conduct policy.

If you attend a class but forget to scan the QR code, you should contact your lecturer or the Student Attendance Monitoring Team as soon as possible to explain the situation.

Lecturing staff are also able to review and amend attendance records where required.

Students are expected to understand how to use the attendance monitoring system, and it is the student’s responsibility to ensure that their attendance is recorded correctly.

For further guidance, check How to scan your QR code as a student [PDF]

Repeated failure to record attendance may raise concerns, even if you are attending, so it’s important to scan the code each time.

If you experience technical issues during your scheduled teaching activity please inform your lecturer at an appropriate point during the class, this is so that the attendance can be recorded accurately in a timely fashion.

You can also contact the Student Attendance Monitoring Team for advice on what to do next as we can also reach out to your lecturers to verify your attendance.

Short answer is: yes!

An active data connection is required to scan the Attendance QR code.

This can be mobile data (4G or 5G) or the university Wi‑Fi (eduroam). A live connection allows Timetabler and the QR code system to communicate with university servers in real time to record attendance correctly.

If your mobile network does not provide coverage on campus, please refer to the ICT eduroam webpages for guidance.

If you are still unable to connect, contact the Student Information Desk (SiD) for support.

Before scanning an Attendance QR code, log into on your laptop or mobile browser to ensure your account is active.

When logging into Timetabler, you should see a screen that asks only for a username.

Enter your full university email address as the username:

[email protected]

If you need support or guidance with logging into the timetabling system please visit the timetable webpage or alternatively, please contact the Student Information Desk (SiD)

If a scheduled teaching session is cancelled, this will not negatively affect your attendance.

The academic member of staff responsible will notify the Timetabling Team, and the cancellation will be recorded in the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ timetabling system. Students will be informed accordingly, so you do not need to take any further action.

If a session moves to a different room rather than being cancelled, this information will be updated in the timetabling system and communicated to students in advance of the session.

Attendance reminders are sent by the Student Attendance Tracking Team to notify you that, according to our records, you have not met your attendance requirements as per the university attendance policies. 

If you receive an attendance reminder, please take the following steps:

• Check your attendance records
  Review your attendance data [PDF] to ensure it reflects your engagement accurately.

• Contact your lecturers
  If you believe your attendance has not been recorded correctly, please contact the relevant lecturer(s) to confirm whether your attendance was captured during the session.

• If you scanned the QR code
  If you were present and attempted to scan the attendance QR code, please email the Student Attendance Tracking Team at [email protected] with details of the session. The team will follow up with the lecturer(s) to confirm your engagement.

• Extenuating circumstances
  If you have extenuating or mitigating circumstances that have affected your attendance, please contact [email protected].The team can refer you to the appropriate support services as needed.

• Re‑engage with your studies
  After receiving an attendance reminder, it is important that you re‑engage with your scheduled teaching and learning activities to help close any absence records.

If you are unsure about any part of this process, please contact the Student Attendance Tracking Team for further advice and support.

Attendance data is used to:

• Monitor engagement with your course
• Identify students who may need additional support
• Meet external reporting requirements where applicable

If attendance patterns raise concerns, you may be contacted to discuss any challenges and to identify appropriate support.

Attendance data is accessed by authorised ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½ staff, such as academic teams and the Student Attendance Monitoring Team. The data is used to support student engagement and meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Attendance information is handled in line with data protection legislation.

If you have questions about QR attendance monitoring or your attendance record, you can contact the Student Attendance Monitoring Team at:

[email protected]

You can also speak to your Personal Academic Tutor or School for advice.