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Time frame: Include dates and length of the circumstances.Circumstances: Describe the situation in as much detail as possible.When you apply for Special Consideration, you must provide UNSW with sufficient and appropriate evidence that clearly shows the details of your circumstances. If you submit your assessment on the due date, then you will not be eligible for Special Consideration. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis if it is clear that you were prevented from making an informed decision or if your circumstances lasted across the study period and due date.Please note that applications must still meet all other criteria to be considered eligible. If you are unable to submit your assessment by the due date or have submitted your assessment late, you can apply for Special Consideration.Exceptions will be considered if it is clear that you were prevented from making an informed decision.įor assignments, essays, reports and other assessments with a set due date: Your supporting evidence must be dated within 24 hours of the assessment date.Īfter you have attended the timed assessment: You are not eligible for Special Consideration. apply for Special Consideration within 3 working days of the assessment date.your Course Coordinator, Tutor or exam supervisor), tell a staff member immediately that you are unwell (ie.More information on Fit to Sit/Submit and Time Frames for Applying For Consideration can be found in the UNSW Application and Assessment Information document.įor exams, tests (online or in class), presentations and other timed assessments:īefore: You can apply, however if you sit, access or submit the exam/test or other timed assessment, you will no longer be eligible for Special Consideration.ĭuring: If you feel unwell to the point that you cannot continue with your timed assessment, you must: Additionally, if you sit, access or submit an assessment task or exam after applying for Special Consideration, you will no longer be eligible for Special Consideration. If you sit an exam or submit an assessment, you are declaring yourself fit to do so and cannot later apply for Special Consideration. In addition to your circumstances being applicable, you must also check that your circumstances and your application for Special Consideration are within the eligible time frames. News & opportunities Expand menu for News & opportunities.Campus Life Expand menu for Campus Life.Wellbeing & health Expand menu for Wellbeing & health.Support for Expand menu for Support for.Support & Development Expand menu for Support & Development.Forms & documents Expand menu for Forms & documents.Managing Your Program Expand menu for Managing Your Program.Getting Started Expand menu for Getting Started.