Q7. How should I handle requests for special consideration where a student is unable to meet a submission date?

Special consideration is a process to help students minimise the impact of certain adverse and unforseen circumstances on their progress in a degree and their performance in subjects. Students almost exclusively apply for special consideration online using the special consideration application service available from SOLS, although they may also submit a hard copy application to the Student Administration Office.

A flag appears on the SMP class list for these students to indicate that an application has been received and you need to click on that flag to deal with the application. The procedures for responding to a request for special consideration are contained in the Special Consideration Policy. There are a number of responses available to you in providing consideration for a student, which are set out in the policy.

If a request for special consideration impinges significantly on the progress of the research project or thesis, you should consult with the Honours Co-ordinator and possibly the Head of Unit and/or Dean for advice.

Check the following links for:

• The full text of the Special Consideration Policy

• FAQs about the application of the policy

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Last Updated: July 23, 2007