Extensions

Please note that the following information is for UTS students enrolled in subjects taught by the Faculty of Law. If you are enrolled in a UTS Law short course which involves assessment, please refer to the following webpage.

All assessment items are expected to be submitted by the specified due date to avoid academic penalty or automatic failure.  However, students may apply for an extension to the submission date of their assessment piece through the following processes:
 

1. 72 Hour Extensions

Students can apply for an automatic 72 hour extension to an assessment due date through an assignment extension tool in Canvas. 72 hour extensions are available for most Canvas assignments with a set due date.  72 hour extensions are not available for (but not limited to): 

• Canvas quizzes and exams
• In-class assessments (for example in-class presentations)
   

Extensions can be requested from 14 days ahead of the due date.
 

2. Extensions Up To Seven Days

Students enrolled in a Faculty of Law subject who experience illness or unexpected circumstances beyond their control may apply for a short-term extension of up to seven days (inclusive).  The seven day extension is to the original due date of the assessment item and not a date revised through the 72 automatic extension process.  Applications may be lodged using this form.  

IMPORTANT: If the assessment allows for a 72 hour automatic extension you MUST apply for one via your Canvas subject site BEFORE submitting this form.

Extensions will not be granted for circumstances such as (but not limited to):

• Time-management issues including other study commitments, conflicting competitions, or work or family obligations.  

• Computer and associated hardware theft and/or malfunction. UTS offers students free Cloud storage for assignments. The onus is on students to always back up their work.

   

Step 1. Ensure you obtain the required supporting documentation outlined below.

Step 2. Fill out the Request for Extension Online Form, including upload of the supporting documentation. 

WHEN DO I LODGE MY REQUEST?
For assignments due on:

• Weekdays: Applications should be submitted by no later than 5pm, TWO BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR to the original due date of the assessment.
• Weekends: Applications should be submitted by no later than 5pm THE THURSDAY PRIOR to the original due date of the assessment.

If your application is lodged after the above due dates and times, there is no guarantee that you will receive the outcome before the due date of your assessment task.  If you do not receive an outcome before the due date, do not email the Subject Coordinator to follow up.  You should continue working towards submitting when you can.  You will be notified of the application outcome in due course.  If you are successful, the relevant late penalty that would otherwise apply will be removed.

Any applications received after the original due date of the assessment piece will be rejected outright.

WHAT EVIDENCE DO I NEED TO INCLUDE?
Requests MUST be accompanied by appropriate supporting documentation.  This can include:

What if I am unable to supply any of the above documentation?
If you have extenuating circumstances and are genuinely unable to supply any of the documents above (including a statutory declaration), please contact your subject coordinator and advise them of your circumstances, including the reason for your inability to provide any supporting documentation.  If your subject coordinator is satisfied with your explanation, they will authorise you via email to apply for a short term extension without needing to supply any supporting documentation.  You will need to provide that email in lieu of the required supporting documentation when you submit you request for extension form.  
 

3. Extensions More Than Seven Days

If your studies are affected by serious illness or extenuating hardship, and require long-term extensions (greater than seven days from the original due date), you need to submit an application for special consideration.

Under no circumstances will assessment tasks be accepted after assessments have been returned to other students.

STUDENTS WITH A DISABILITY, ONGOING MEDICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH CONDITION 
If you are a student living with a disability, ongoing medical or mental health condition, and require ongoing learning and assessment adjustments, please consult UTS Accessibility Services.

STUDENTS WITH CARER RESPONSIBILITIES 
If you are a student with carer responsibilities, please review the advice here.