What happens if I miss an assessment deadline?
Added on Wed, Jul 15, 2015
If you are up to five days late your mark will be capped at the minimum pass rate. After five days it will be classified as a non-submission and awarded a Fail. For more information visit Fit to Sit How many attempts am I allowed for an...
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What is Fit to Sit?
Added on Fri, Jul 15, 2016
If you take part in an assessment you are declaring yourself to be well enough to do so: in other words you are “Fit to Sit”. However, we understand that occasionally things can go wrong with your health or personal life that can impact on your...
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How would I qualify for extenuating circumstances?
Added on Thu, Jul 14, 2016
We appreciate that occasionally things can go wrong with your health or personal life that can impact your studies. The University calls these “Extenuating Circumstances” and has a process to support you. Fit to Sit explains what to do if things...
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How can I make an appeal?
Added on Thu, Jul 14, 2016
The academic appeals process allows students to request that the decision of a Programme Board of Examiners be reviewed should they feel that an injustice or instance of maladministration has occurred. Please note that we cannot accept any appeals...
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How do I make a complaint about my programme?
Added on Thu, Jul 14, 2016
We are very sorry to hear you are wishing to make a complaint about your programme. Please contact the Global Online Support Team and we will endeavour to resolve your complaint as quickly as possible whilst ensuring that any issues are investigated...
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