We know that this academic year has been a rollercoaster ride so if you do experience Extenuating Circumstances, find out how you can get some support!
We know that the year has been a busy one. But just because the academic year has finished, we know that doesn’t mean life slows down, and some of you will have been working hard on resitting assessments this summer. So, we’re here to let you know that if you do experience Extenuating Circumstances during the Summer Vacation Assessment Period, you are still able to apply for them!
What are Extenuating Circumstances?
These are circumstances which are outside of your control as they’re unforeseeable and unpreventable.
Extenuating Circumstances (ECs) impact on your ability to carry out any assignments or exams to the standard normally expected. The University can make allowances through the ECs process when such circumstances happen.
If a situation arises leading up to or during the assessment period you may apply for Extenuating Circumstances to be taken into consideration.
Important Information Regarding ECs
You can find our guidance on Extenuating circumstances here.
Full details of the Extenuating Circumstances process can be found here.
The deadline for submitting your Extenuating Circumstances application for assessments completed in the Summer Vacation Assessment Period is Monday 5 September at noon. Applications submitted after this time will not be considered, so make sure you send yours in with plenty of time.
You can apply for ECs for work you’ve attempted/submitted (whether it’s an exam or assignment) and for work you were unable to attempt/submit.
How to apply for Extenuating Circumstances
You can submit an application for Extenuating Circumstances by completing the online ‘click through’ Extenuating Circumstances Form.
You will also have the opportunity to upload your evidence to the form prior to submission.
You will need to explain how the circumstances were unforeseen and unpreventable and then how they had a detrimental impact on your ability to complete the assessment. If you require help with this, you can draft your responses in an email and ask an advisor to check your draft for you.
Once you submit your application, you will receive an email confirming it has been received. You will not be informed of the success of your application until your results have been ratified and released.