Deferrals

The deferral of assessments is for addressing sudden and unexpected extenuating circumstances that may affect a student’s ability to undertake assessments. Before applying for a deferral of assessment, students should seek advice from their Faculty’s Student Advice Centre, Module Leader or Academic Tutor.

Deferring assessments may impact on your academic progression, so it is important for you to discuss your situation with your Academic Tutor prior to submitting any deferral requests. 

Students with prolonged chronic illnesses or disabilities should contact the Disability Support and Advice team or their Academic Tutor for personalised advice, which might include individual arrangements in examinations. Please note, the deferral of assessments is not an appropriate nor standard measure in respect of permanent or long-term conditions.  Detailed information can be found in Chapter 3 2024-2025  Further advice can be found here Deferral & extensions (dmu.ac.uk)

Deadlines for Requests 2025/2026

Requests need to be submitted by the dates in the table listed below.

There is no such thing as a ‘retrospective deferral’.

We aim to respond to all deferral requests between 10 – 15 working days of the application being made, however please note that during busy periods this may, on occasion, take slightly longer.