Late Submission Requests Contents What is a late submission? When does the late submission process apply? How will it affect my mark? Pass/fail assessments If you’re struggling to meet a deadline Top tips to stay on track FAQs Introduction Sometimes, despite your best efforts, things don’t go to plan. Illness, caring responsibilities, work pressures, or unexpected events can all make it difficult to meet a deadline. This page explains how late submission works, when it applies, and what impact it may have on your mark. It’s important because it helps you understand your options if you miss a deadline, and where to get support if things are difficult. What is a late submission? If you submit an assessment after the official deadline (including any adjusted deadline agreed through a support plan), it will be counted as late. The late submission period lasts for seven consecutive days after your original deadline, including weekends and University closure days. When does the late submission process apply? You can use late submission for most coursework-based assessments. However, it does not apply to: Exams or scheduled/timed assessments (e.g. presentations or performances) Pass/fail assessments Reassessments Some PSRB (Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body) modules/programmes If late submission is not available for your module, this should be clearly stated in your Module Specification or Assessment Brief. How will it affect my mark? Submitted within 24 hours Your mark will be reduced by 10%. However, if the deduction takes you below the pass mark, you will still receive the pass mark. Submitted between 2–7 days late If your work is of a passing standard, it will be capped at the pass mark Undergraduate: 40 Postgraduate taught: 50 This applies only to the late piece of work More than 7 days late The work will be recorded as a non-submission (NS) Pass/Fail Assessments If pass/fail assessments are submitted late without an approved extension, they will be recorded as NS (non-submission). If you’re struggling to meet a deadline You’re not alone, many students experience difficulties at some point. If you know before the deadline that you may struggle, you may be able to apply for a Request for Additional Consideration (RAC) to ask for an extension. This may be appropriate if you have been unwell, experienced unexpected caring responsibilities, or gone through a difficult or traumatic event. Our advisers can help you decide which process is most appropriate for your situation. Top Tips to Stay on Track Plan ahead: Break work into smaller stages with mini-deadlines Ask for help early: Speak to your module leader or personal academic tutor (in writing) if you’re struggling Back up your work: Save copies in multiple locations Check deadlines regularly: Keep a visible record so nothing is missed FAQs Coming Soon... Back to Top
Late Submission Requests Contents What is a late submission? When does the late submission process apply? How will it affect my mark? Pass/fail assessments If you’re struggling to meet a deadline Top tips to stay on track FAQs Introduction Sometimes, despite your best efforts, things don’t go to plan. Illness, caring responsibilities, work pressures, or unexpected events can all make it difficult to meet a deadline. This page explains how late submission works, when it applies, and what impact it may have on your mark. It’s important because it helps you understand your options if you miss a deadline, and where to get support if things are difficult. What is a late submission? If you submit an assessment after the official deadline (including any adjusted deadline agreed through a support plan), it will be counted as late. The late submission period lasts for seven consecutive days after your original deadline, including weekends and University closure days. When does the late submission process apply? You can use late submission for most coursework-based assessments. However, it does not apply to: Exams or scheduled/timed assessments (e.g. presentations or performances) Pass/fail assessments Reassessments Some PSRB (Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body) modules/programmes If late submission is not available for your module, this should be clearly stated in your Module Specification or Assessment Brief. How will it affect my mark? Submitted within 24 hours Your mark will be reduced by 10%. However, if the deduction takes you below the pass mark, you will still receive the pass mark. Submitted between 2–7 days late If your work is of a passing standard, it will be capped at the pass mark Undergraduate: 40 Postgraduate taught: 50 This applies only to the late piece of work More than 7 days late The work will be recorded as a non-submission (NS) Pass/Fail Assessments If pass/fail assessments are submitted late without an approved extension, they will be recorded as NS (non-submission). If you’re struggling to meet a deadline You’re not alone, many students experience difficulties at some point. If you know before the deadline that you may struggle, you may be able to apply for a Request for Additional Consideration (RAC) to ask for an extension. This may be appropriate if you have been unwell, experienced unexpected caring responsibilities, or gone through a difficult or traumatic event. Our advisers can help you decide which process is most appropriate for your situation. Top Tips to Stay on Track Plan ahead: Break work into smaller stages with mini-deadlines Ask for help early: Speak to your module leader or personal academic tutor (in writing) if you’re struggling Back up your work: Save copies in multiple locations Check deadlines regularly: Keep a visible record so nothing is missed FAQs Coming Soon... Back to Top