Evidence-free extensions
If you need to extend a deadline for a coursework assignment by three days, you can do so in ELE2. View our video guide (YouTube) on how to extend the deadline for an assignment.
Evidence-free extension:
allows for an extra 72 hours (3 days) to complete an assignment
has no requirement to provide evidence or documents
can be used up to four times during the academic year (once per assessment)
can be added before, or up to 24 hours after a submission deadline
can’t be used for exams or short duration coursework/timed assessments
Evidence-based Mitigation
If you need an assessment extension of more than 72 hours, you need to apply for evidence-based Mitigation.
The process to apply for mitigation depends on your programme. If you are a student on the following programmes:
BMBS
CEDAR
Degree Apprenticeship
INTO
Fully online programme
You must complete the Mitigation application form and send it to your Hub/Info Point using the correct Mitigation email address. You have up to 24 hours after your assessment deadline to apply for Mitigation.
For all other students, you can apply for mitigation directly through the Student Record System (SRS).
You can apply for Mitigation:
up to four weeks before, or
up to 24 hours after your assessment deadline.
Applications more than 4 weeks before your assessment deadline will not be accepted.
View our video guide (YouTube) on how to apply for evidence -based mitigation.
Further information
Full details on the types of mitigation, the process and outcomes can be found on the Mitigation webpage.