Special Consideration Applications must be submitted no later than FIVE WORKING DAYS after the assessment due date.
You will receive an email notification once your application has been received. A further email will be sent once the grounds of the application have been assessed to advise you of the decision on the grounds of the application. If the grounds are approved, this relevant Department will be notified so they can apply an academic remedy.
For an overview of the process please view the Special Consideration Procedure document. For more detailed information, please read all the information contained on this page, in particular the information in relation to your supporting evidence before you submit your application.
Please note: If the academic remedy for a special consideration for late discontinuation from a course (or courses) is approved, this does not provide a refund of fees. It only removes the relevant course(s) from a student's transcript. Information in relation to fees refunds can be found here.
Special Consideration Procedure
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How to apply
If you want an extension for an assignment or essay, contact your Course Co-ordinator or Academic Administrator. A request for Special Consideration is not a request for an extension. For assessment items less than 10%, please contact your Course Coordinator for advice, as these do not qualify under the Special consideration Regulations. Find out how to apply for Special Consideration.
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How to apply
If you want an extension for an assignment or essay, contact your Course Co-ordinator or Academic Administrator. A request for Special Consideration is not a request for an extension. For assessment items less than 10%, please contact your Course Coordinator for advice, as these do not qualify under the Special consideration Regulations. Find out how to apply for Special Consideration.
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How to apply
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Supporting evidence
All Special Consideration Applications must be submitted with supporting evidence. It's important you submit your supporting evidence at the time you submit your application to avoid unnecessary delays in processing your application. See what supporting evidence you need for a Special Consideration application.
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Supporting evidence
All Special Consideration Applications must be submitted with supporting evidence. It's important you submit your supporting evidence at the time you submit your application to avoid unnecessary delays in processing your application. See what supporting evidence you need for a Special Consideration application.
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Supporting evidence
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Assessment
You can apply for Special Consideration for poor performance in an assessment due to unforeseen circumstances at the time of the assessment. Find out about UC's Special Consideration assessment.
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Assessment
You can apply for Special Consideration for poor performance in an assessment due to unforeseen circumstances at the time of the assessment. Find out about UC's Special Consideration assessment.
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Assessment
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Late Discontinuation
If you couldn't finish a course or withdraw in time due to circumstances beyond your control that you could not reasonably have foreseen, you can apply for special consideration for Late Discontinuation. Find out about Late Discontinuation at UC.
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Late Discontinuation
If you couldn't finish a course or withdraw in time due to circumstances beyond your control that you could not reasonably have foreseen, you can apply for special consideration for Late Discontinuation. Find out about Late Discontinuation at UC.
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Late Discontinuation
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Information for teaching qualifications
Special Consideration applications for impairment aren't available for teaching placements. Find out about special consideration for students studying teaching at UC.
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Information for teaching qualifications
Special Consideration applications for impairment aren't available for teaching placements. Find out about special consideration for students studying teaching at UC.
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Information for teaching qualifications
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COVID-19
If you're unwell with COVID-19 you should seek medical advice. You'll need to provide an SC Medical Form (2023) to support your application. Learn more about Special Consideration for COVID-19.
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COVID-19
If you're unwell with COVID-19 you should seek medical advice. You'll need to provide an SC Medical Form (2023) to support your application. Learn more about Special Consideration for COVID-19.
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COVID-19
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Reviewing or appealing a decision
You have the right to appeal the outcome of a special consideration application. Appeals should be made in writing within ten days of the notification of the decision. Find out about reviewing or appealing a decision.
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Reviewing or appealing a decision
You have the right to appeal the outcome of a special consideration application. Appeals should be made in writing within ten days of the notification of the decision. Find out about reviewing or appealing a decision.
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Reviewing or appealing a decision
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Regulations
Regulations are the official rules on admission, enrolment, and study leading up to graduation. Learn more about regulations at UC.
See also Policies
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Regulations
Regulations are the official rules on admission, enrolment, and study leading up to graduation. Learn more about regulations at UC.
See also Policies
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Regulations
Need to apply for a Special Consideration? Apply here, or contact us for more information
Contact us
Primary Contact email: specialconsideration@canterbury.ac.nz