Academic FAQ's

I missed a deadline/exam because I was ill - what should I do?
I think I might be dyslexic - can the University do anything to help me?
I had a problem on my placement - can you help?

I missed a deadline/exam because I was ill - what should I do?

If you have missed the hand-in date for an assignment due to illness or personal problems and you think you can hand the work in soon, you may be able to ask for a coursework extension.  To do this, you should hand the completed assignment in within 10 working days (15 if you're a post grad) of the original deadline along with a coursework extension form (available from the Advice Centre) and independent evidence of the illness/problem.  If successful, this means your work will be marked without being capped at 40%. 

If you don't think 10 working days will be enough, or if you've missed an exam, you may be able to claim Exceptional Extenuating Circumstances after the results are published.  Pick up a form from the Advice Centre or your faculty office. If successful, you will be able to do the work again without it being capped at 40%.

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I think I might be dyslexic - can the University do anything to help me?

The University's Disability Services staff can provide information and guidance on issues relating to any disability, including dyselxia. They can also arrange screening and tests to check whether you are dyslexic and then organise appropriate support for your course. You can contact them on 0121 331 6128, access their website www.ssv.bcu.ac.uk/ or visit them in person in Student Services, 1st Floor, Baker Building, Perry Barr Campus.

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I had a problem on my placement - can you help?

Yes - we can provide advice on dealing with problems you have faced on placements.  If you feel you have been unfairly assessed, disadvantaged by illness/personal problems or have had difficulties with your mentor/assessor.  See our academic pages or contact the Advice Centre for assistance.

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