Termination of studies
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Why Termination of Studies is issued
What you can do about a Termination of Studies
Appealing against Termination of Studies
Q: I've just received a letter telling me my studies have been terminated, why has this happened?
A: If you have not achieved sufficient credits for your particular stage of study, you cannot continue your studies. This is known as 'Termination of Studies' and means you are no longer a student at the University and cannot continue to go to classes, submit work, or sit exams.
Q: Is there anything I can do now?
A: Students can appeal against Termination of Studies. Full details of the process can be found at Appeals, complaints and discipline. To make an appeal you must have sufficient grounds which are outlined in the code and also explained further in Appeals. Details of who the appeal should be sent to will be included when you are informed about your studies being terminated. If you intend to appeal or have initiated the appeals process, you should continue to go to class, submit work and sit exams in case your appeal is upheld.
Q: What should I write in my appeal against Termination of Studies?
A: If you have established that you have sufficient grounds, you should explain these grounds including any evidence. Evidence could include medical documentation, or details of communication you have had with Student Services or a School. Whilst it is expected that you include evidence with your appeal, you should indicate if any evidence is pending on the appeal submission deadline. In your appeal, you must describe fully how your circumstances affected your studies and ultimately resulted in your studies being terminated.
If you are making an appeal against termination of studies, then you must have a clear intention of continuing and completing those studies. Therefore, you should also include details of how you intend to do this. Outlining the steps you will take or have already taken to avoid getting into academic difficulty in the future is an important part of your appeal. You may wish to consult with Student Services regarding this section as they will be able to suggest what type of support you may need, or changes you should consider making in order to complete your studies.
Before submitting your appeal, you may wish to take advice from Student Services or the Students’ Association.