You are expected to submit assessed coursework by the published deadline. Assessment deadlines will normally be published on the Virtual Learning Environment for the course (e.g. Learn) or via a Course Handbook. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with all assessment deadlines and methods of submission, particularly if you are taking a course outside of your subject area.<\/p>\n
All ECA deadlines refer to the time in the UK at the point of submission.<\/p>\n
If assessed coursework is submitted late, the penalty is a reduction of the mark by 5% of the maximum obtainable mark per calendar day (e.g. a mark of 65% on the common marking scale would be reduced to 60% up to 24 hours later). This applies for up to seven calendar days (or to the time when feedback is given if this is sooner), after which a mark of zero is given.<\/p>\n
Late submissions due to technical errors are not considered exempt from late penalties.\u00a0 It is the student\u2019s responsibility to ensure the submission has been uploaded to the Virtual Learning Environment by the stated deadline.\u00a0 Many courses will require large files uploaded as part of the assessment.\u00a0 The upload of large files can take longer than expected.\u00a0 Students are advised to upload on the University campus if possible where the network will be faster than offsite.\u00a0 Students should factor in the upload time of their submission and not leave submissions online until the last minute.<\/p>\n
It is the student\u2019s responsibility to submit correct, readable files as part of their submission.\u00a0 If a file is incorrect (relating to a different assessment) or is corrupted or inaccessible, it will be classed as a non-submission until the correct submission is uploaded.\u00a0 Once the correct submission is submitted it will be marked, but it will be subject to late penalties as set out above.<\/p>\n
Schools can consider cases for coursework extensions of up to a maximum of seven calendar days if the student has good reason for late submission.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n To request an extension, you are responsible for submitting your case and supporting evidence to the Student Support Office (<\/strong>eca-sso@ed.ac.uk<\/strong><\/a>) in advance of the published deadline using the Coursework Extension Request form:<\/strong><\/p>\n www.ed.ac.uk\/academic-services\/forms\/student-forms<\/a><\/p>\n Please remember to submit any relevant evidence with your form, e.g. doctor\u2019s letter.<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong>If you are taking a course outside ECA, they may use a different form. You should familiarise\u00a0 yourself\u00a0 with\u00a0 the\u00a0 School’s\u00a0 process to\u00a0 make\u00a0 sure\u00a0 that\u00a0 you\u00a0 meet\u00a0 their requirements.<\/p>\n Good reasons for requesting a coursework extension or late submission without penalty are unexpected short-term circumstances which are exceptional, beyond your control, and which can reasonably be expected to have had an adverse impact on your ability to complete the assessment on time. Good reasons may include:<\/p>\n Should you have a good reason for requiring a coursework extension of more than seven calendar days, you should submit the coursework when able to do so and apply via the Special Circumstances process for the Board of Examiners to disregard the penalty for late submission. In this case, we strongly advise you to speak with your Personal Tutor as soon as possible.<\/p>\n For more information please refer to the Taught Assessment Regulations, Regulation 28<\/strong> Late submission of coursework:<\/p>\n\n