Special Consideration
What do I need to know before applying for special
consideration?
Special consideration applies to assessment items or exams that
you have already attempted. If you cannot attempt an assessment
item or exam you may apply to defer or seek an extension.
You may apply for special consideration for the following reasons:
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Illness
Accident
Disability
Bereavement
Other compassionate circumstances
You have 3 working days after sitting an exam to submit an
application for special consideration.
If applying for special consideration for an assignment you must
submit your request within 3 working days of the due date of the
assessment item.
If seeking special consideration for all assessment in a course you
must submit your request within 3 working days of completing the
final assessment for that course.
The Chair, School Assessment Board (who is usually the Head of
School) assesses applications and decides whether or not to grant
special consideration.
Special consideration may result in:
An extension of time to complete the assessment item
Award of a final grade based on performance across the course
Alternative or replacement assessment task
Recommendation of “withdrawal without failure on
compassionate grounds”.
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Why?
You can request special
consideration if you have
attempted an assessment
and you believe your
performance was seriously
affected due to illness,
accident, bereavement or
for other compassionate
reasons.
Timing Matters!
You must submit your
request for special
consideration no later than
3 working days after the
date of your exam or the
due date of your
assessment item.
Need help?
The Grievances & Appeals
Officer can help you
understand your situation
and how to apply. They can
also discuss other options
that may be available to
you. Contact them via the
SRC Website.
Want to Know More?
Download the
“Assessment Policy” from
Student Policies in the
Griffith Portal.
How do I submit my application for special
consideration?
What if my application
is not successful?
https://intranet.secure.griffith.edu.au/student/student-forms
If you feel that your
application for Special
Consideration has been
unfairly dismissed you can
appeal.
Your application will not be processed without supporting
documents. You can scan your supporting documents and attach to
the online application or if you do not have access to a scanner
then you can print your unique cover sheet, attach your supporting
documents and either post, fax or deliver in person to the Student
Centre at your campus.
Appeals must be made in
writing to the Dean
(Learning and Teaching).
The decision of the Dean
(Learning and Teaching)
is final.
Ensure you retain a copy of all items submitted.
Speak to the Grievances
and Appeals Officer if you
need help with writing
your appeal.
Complete the application form online:
Supporting Documents
This is your evidence to prove your case, examples include:
Medical Certificate completed by a registered medical or dental
practitioner
Letter from counsellor, psychologist etc.
Bereavement notice
Statutory Declaration
Police/Accident Report
Ensure that all evidence provided includes specific details – general
statements such as “suffering a medical condition” or
“experiencing personal difficulties” will not usually be accepted
without more specific information.
If experiencing illness or personal difficulties during semester
wherever possible seek support from health, support or counselling
professionals at the time. Professionals are limited in their ability to
provide supporting documents for situations that have already
resolved.
P: 3735 3539
E: appeals@griffith.edu.au
W: www.griffithsrc.com.au/advocacy-support