Extensions

Full details of the conditions and applications processes for extensions are found in the MCD Academic Conduct Policy section 2.4.3. Extensions of up to two weeks may be granted by a lecturer provided that:

• the student requests the extension in writing, in advance of the due date
• the lecturer is satisfied of reasonable grounds for granting the extension
• the extension will not afford undue disadvantage or advantage to the student
• the work is submitted no later than the agreed due date, and in no case later than the final day of examinations for that semester.

Where there are serious medical or other grounds for an extension to be granted beyond the final day of examinations for a semester, or for a period of longer than two weeks, the student must contact the UFT Dean, who may grant a Dean’s extension provided that

• the student requests the extension prior to the work being due
• the lecturer agrees to the extension being granted
• there are reasonable grounds for granting the extension and the student can provide evidence in the form of a medical certificate or signed letter
• an extension will not afford undue disadvantage or advantage to the student
• the extension and its conditions are recorded in writing and signed by the Dean and the student.

A Dean’s extension will normally be given until no later than 28 days after the end of teaching for a semester. Application forms for a Dean’s Extension are available on the UFT website or from the UFT office. An ‘E’ will be recorded on the student’s transcript until the work is submitted and marked. If the work is not submitted by the agreed due date the student’s result will be marked in accordance with the penalty for late work, and a Fail may be recorded.

Students who are experiencing unforeseen or recurring problems, or who have special needs, are encouraged to speak to the Dean early in semester or at the point of enrolment to assist them to organise a realistic study plan.