The form should be completed and submitted if you wish to notify the University of any mitigating circumstances that you believe have adversely affected your performance, either during the year or in relation to one or more module assessments. Before filling out the relevant sections, please read the University Mitigating Circumstances guidanceLink opens in a new window. You may also find additional useful information and guidance on the further information webpageLink opens in a new window.
The Spring 2026 Board of Examiner meetings for iheed courses will take place in February/March 2026. Students should submit their mitigating circumstances case as soon as they become aware of any circumstances affecting their assessment(s). This form must is submitted within 20 days of the impacted assessment and before results are released. Cases submitted more than 20 days after the impacted assessment are likely to be rejected.
The deadlines to submit claims for consideration at the Spring 2026 Exam Boards are:
Any submissions received after these deadlines will not be considered by the Mitigating Circumstances panel, so please ensure timely submission.
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