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Assessment Assessment extensions Assessment Assessment extensions Assessment extensions Assessment extensions An assessment extension of one week from the published due date may be offered if you cannot submit your assessment item due to reasons out of your control such as: Medical Employment Family/ personal other How to apply Not all assessment items are able to be granted an extension. Before submitting an assessment extension request, check your StudyDesk to confirm you can apply for the assessment item. To apply for an assessment extension, please complete the online Assessment Extension application via your Student Centre > Online Requests tile > New Request > Assessment Extension, attaching your supporting documentation. A full list of reasons and approved supporting documentation can be found in our Assessment Extension Guidelines. You must submit your application and supporting documentation prior to the published due date of your assignment. Guidelines for Assessment Extensions A full list of reasons and approved supporting documentation can be found in our Assessment Extension Guidelines. Extension for medical reasons If you are applying for an assessment extension based on medical grounds, you must obtain documentation from a medical practitioner on or before the assessment item's due date. If you have a disability, learning difficulty, mental health or medical condition that impacts on your studies, Learning Support Plans are available. Book an appointment with a Student Equity Officer to discuss your needs. Extension for employment-related reasons Employment is not usually accepted as a special circumstance. We will consider your application if your employer has directed you to undertake unforeseen or extraordinary work commitments and you can provide supporting documentation from your employer. Extension for family/personal reasons An extension based on compassionate reasons may be granted for a family or personal circumstance that has arisen and is beyond your control. Extension for other reasons If you apply for an assessment extension based on other grounds you must submit relevant supporting documentation relating to your circumstances. Unacceptable reasons Discretionary activities or circumstances within your control and/or foreseeable events will not constitute grounds for an assessment extension. Subsequent assessment extensions You may submit an assessment extension request for longer than a week in accordance with the Assessment of Special Circumstance Procedure. Longer requests may result in a Deferred Assessment. If the extension date is after the last teaching day of the Semester, the assessment will be considered a Deferred Assessment. Outcome of extension request Once assessed you will be advised of the outcome of your request (approved or declined) via email. If you are unhappy with the outcome, you may request a review of decision in accordance with the Student Grievance Resolution Procedure. Need help? Have a question but not sure who to talk to? USQ’s support services are in one place with iconnect. Reach out to our iconnect support staff to help you solve issues or point you in the right direction. Contact us Frequently asked questions How do I apply for an assessment extension? Why was I granted an assessment extension in past semesters based on the same reasons provided in my current assessment extension request but have now been denied? How long until I hear an outcome from my assessment extension request? What is the difference between an assessment extension and deferred assessment? 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