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Navigating Academic Regulations 2021/2022

Navigating Academic Regulations 2021/2022

Academic regulations can be difficult to understand, especially when you need to apply for extra time on your deadline. We have put together a video to help you understand the application process and what to do in certain situations, such as if you have reached your self-certification limit.

You can watch the full video below, or carry on through the page to watch the part that applies to you...

Navigating Academic Regulations 2021/2022

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Self-Certification (00:37)

  • This part of the video explains what self-certification actually means and how that affects you.

Evidenced Applications (01:14)

  • What happens if you need to provide evidence with your application? Find out more in this part of the video.

Extensions (01:58)

  • What is an extension? When is it the right choice? What happens if I’ve reached my self-certification limit? 
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Mitigation (02:43)

  • This section will tell you what mitigation is and how to navigate them, including what happens if you’ve reached your self-certification limit.

What to Expect Next (03:31)

  • This section covers what to expect after you have applied for an extension or mitigation.

If you need help – just ask!

We hope this video has helped to clear some things up, but we understand how difficult it can be to navigate academic regulations! If you have any questions, or need help, please reach out to your course leader, module leader, or the SU Advice team.

Find out more on the UWL student Union website.

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