Grounds for special consideration
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Based on severity/impact:
| Medical certificate A medical certificate is, in most cases, the evidence required. A Deakin medical certificate, or a medical certificate from the treating medical/health professional that clearly states the severity/impact on your ability to attempt or complete the relevant assessment task (completion of the Deakin medical certificate for special consideration form is preferred but not mandatory). Telehealth certificates will be accepted. Support service statement Statement from a Deakin support service, e.g. Counselling and Psychological Support, Safer Communities, Disability Resource Centre will be accepted, however, a medical certificate may still be requested. Evidence not normally accepted
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Minor ailments where the impact is not considered severe by the treating medical/health professional (or the supplied evidence does not include the severity/impact, or is backdated):
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| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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Based on severity/impact (students must be registered with the Disability Resource Centre):
| Medical certificate A medical certificate is, in most cases, the evidence required. A Deakin medical certificate or a medical certificate from the treating medical/health professional that clearly states the severity/impact on your ability to attempt or complete the relevant assessment task (completion of the Deakin medical certificate for special consideration form is preferred but not mandatory). During the COVID-19 pandemic, Telehealth certificates will be accepted. Support service statement Statement from a Deakin support service, e.g. Counselling and Psychological Support, Safer Communities, Disability Resource Centre will be accepted, however, a medical certificate may still be requested. | Conditions already covered by an access plan where the unanticipated circumstance is not considered severe by the treating medical/health professional (or the supplied evidence does not include the severity/impact, is backdated or was not conducted face-to-face except where you are located in a rural or remote area). Conditions where you do not have an access plan and are not registered with the Disability Resource Centre. |
| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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Recent death of a close family member:
Family breakdown, e.g. divorce, separation. Unavoidable personal obligation, e.g. emergency travel. Unavoidable travel related to Deakin study* *Participation in a Deakin study tour/program will only be considered where no other options are available. | Death notice A death notice (or confirmatory letter from an appropriate source). Statutory Declaration A Statutory Declaration outlining the impact on your ability to attempt or complete the relevant assessment task, combined with any other available supporting documentation dependent on circumstances, e.g. government agency or support service. Support service statement Statement from a Deakin support service, e.g. Counselling and Psychological Support, Safer Communities, Disability Resource Centre. Note, further documentation may be requested. Faculty Support Statement Letter of support from Faculty-led Study Program detailing Study Tour dates and the impact on your ability to complete the assessment task. Travel Itinerary Travel documents detailing Study Tour dates | Family members outside of the listed groups and non-family (including family pets). Planned personal obligations:
Personal travel outside (before or after) Study Tour dates that clash with an exam period will not normally be an acceptable reason. Students are expected to return to sit exams where practicable. Change of Venue may be an option in some circumstances and should be investigated prior to applying for special consideration. |
| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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| Statutory Declaration A statutory declaration outlining the impact on your ability to attempt or complete the relevant assessment task combined with other available supporting documentation dependent on circumstances:
| Natural disasters with no direct impact. Personal transport issues:
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| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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| Support letter A letter of support from the employer outlining the nature of the employment obligation, including any dates that may impact your ability to attempt or complete the assessment task. Medical certificate A medical certificate or letter from the treating medical/health professional that clearly states your ability to attempt or complete the relevant assessment task was hindered by the illness suffered by the person for which you care. Statutory Declaration A statutory declaration combined with any other available supporting documentation dependent on circumstances, e.g. statement from child/aged care facility. | Non-essential training or travel and general work responsibilities. Planned events:
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| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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For students registered under the Deakin Elite Athlete Program:
| A letter of support from either the sporting club, sport governing body or Deakin Elite Athlete Program service outlining the impact of the sporting obligation on your ability to attempt or complete the assessment task. |
Unrelated to sporting obligations:
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| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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| A letter of support from relevant authority confirming the dates you will be absent from the university and that the absence is unavoidable. |
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| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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For religions/faiths recognised by the Australian government and published on the “Recognised religious denominations” page of the Attorney General’s Department website.
| A personal letter of support from a cultural or faith leader outlining their relationship with you and explaining how the obligation will prevent you from attempting or completing the assessment task. | Planned events:
RamadanFasting and prayer during Ramadan – breaking fast can be accommodated and prayer can be accommodated for high-stakes assessments, e.g., exams, to a later time. |
| Examples of acceptable reasons | Evidence required | Normally unacceptable reasons |
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Sorry business/Sad news:
Other:
| A personal letter of support from a cultural leader outlining their relationship with you and explaining how the obligation will prevent you from attempting or completing the assessment task. |
Planned obligations:
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