Fourah Bay College Faculty Office Directory

Making the Most of Faculty Office Visits

Knowing where an office is located is only the first step. A visit to a dean, head of department or lecturer tends to be far more productive when you arrive prepared and at a suitable time. The suggestions below are general good practice for students at Fourah Bay College and for visitors meeting academic staff on Mount Aureol.

Before you go

• Check office hours. Many lecturers keep set consultation times, often posted on their office door or announced in class. Outside those times, staff may be teaching, in meetings or working on research.
• Request an appointment when possible. A short, polite email that states your name, programme, year of study and the reason for your visit helps staff set aside the right amount of time.
• Bring what is relevant. Have your student ID, course codes, registration slips, transcripts or draft work ready, depending on the purpose of the meeting.

Choosing the right office

Questions about a single course, such as assignments, marks or reading lists, usually go first to the course lecturer. Issues that affect a whole programme, like course combinations, transfers between departments or academic progression, are normally handled by the head of department. Matters involving faculty-wide rules or formal appeals may need the dean's office. Starting at the right level saves time and avoids being sent from one room to another. For a broader picture of what each department teaches, see the programmes overview, and for profiles of academic staff, visit the faculty page.

During and after the meeting

Keep your questions clear and focused, take brief notes, and confirm any next steps before leaving. If a form needs a signature or a decision depends on another office, ask who to contact and roughly how long the process normally takes. A short thank-you email afterwards is courteous and creates a written record of what was agreed.

Room allocations can change between academic years, especially when departments are reorganised or buildings are renovated. If you cannot find an office, ask at the relevant faculty administration desk, or use the contact page for general enquiries before making a special trip to campus.