There is no harm in applying for mitigating circumstances. However, the procedure will only consider an application with relevant independent supporting evidence.
When are Mitigating Circumstances accepted?
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Non-attendance at an examination, in-class test, presentation, or practical
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Non-submission of coursework
Some examples of mitigating circumstances are:
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Serious ill health or injury, including physical or mental health
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Bereavement or serious illness of a close family member or friend
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Serious housing, family or financial problems
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Technical or IT issues affecting your exams or coursework
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Absence due to responsibilities like jury service
When are Mitigating Circumstances NOT accepted?
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For planned or expected events e.g., moving house, holidays and weddings
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Claims made in relation to impaired academic performance in an examination/ assignment submission.
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Assessments being close together or misreading your exam timetable
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Undiagnosed illnesses such as exam stress or panic attacks not supported by medical evidence
What if I attend or submit the assessment?
If you sit an examination or submit a piece of coursework, you are not eligible for mitigating circumstances unless you have clear evidence you were not fit to make a decision on whether or not to submit/ sit the assessment or become ill during the exam, presentation, etc.