What should I include when I explain my circumstances?

The circumstances must have been at the same time as the acquisition of the skill/knowledge/competency or the assessment of the module. If you have missed an assignment through ill health, then the illness must coincide   with the preparation, writing or deadline of that assessment.

If you are a part-time student and have been unable to submit your work by the original deadline date because, for instance, you were required by your employer to work away from home for several weeks at the time you should have submitted your work, you must provide a letter from your employer confirming this. The circumstances should be detailed concisely. The Extenuating Circumstances Claims Office should be provided with the essential information to enable it to make an informed decision regarding the circumstances.