Extensions Policy
It is a requirement of a student’s course that all assignments be completed by the due dates set by ACOM and published on Moodle and in the Unit Introduction Book. However, at times, extenuating circumstances will arise that warrant the granting of extension to the scheduled due date. To accommodate such cases, ACOM implements a clear set of guidelines for the fair consideration of requests for extensions, which balances compassion for legitimate requests with equitable treatment of all students.
Please know that any personal details you provide will be handled with care and respect by our staff to assist you.
If you are submitting an extension request due to medical illness please ensure you have a dated medical certificate or letter on a letterhead from your Doctor or other health professional detailing your condition and how it impacts your study. You will be required to upload this document during your application or to email it to info@acom.edu.au once it has been received by you.
Please be reminded that circumstances that will NOT normally be considered as acceptable grounds for an extension are: a. demands of employment; b. minor family problems such as domestic tension with or between parents, spouses, and other people closely involved with the student; c. the demands of academic work; d. financial difficulties; e. the demands of travel, sport, social commitments or other activities.
If you have any questions or problems please contact us.
Before submitting please read the full Late Assignment and Extension Policy in the Student Handbook.
Please tell us about the units you would like extensions for.
Acceptable grounds for an extension include: a. medical illness: certified by a Medical Certificate; b. extreme hardship: refers to major adverse life events that could not have reasonably been anticipated, avoided or guarded against by the student, and caused substantial disruption to the student’s capacity for effective study and/or the completion of required work; c. compassionate grounds: will be based on a significant pastoral concern that is not considered part of a pattern of behaviour on the part of the student.
Circumstances that will NOT normally be considered as acceptable grounds for an extension are: a. demands of employment; b. minor family problems such as domestic tension with or between parents, spouses, and other people closely involved with the student; c. the demands of academic work; d. financial difficulties; e. the demands of travel, sport, social commitments, or other activities.
You have selected to request an extension due to a pre-approved Enabling Plan strategy. This option is only applicable to students with a current Enabling Plan in place with ACOM. If you have a disability or chronic health condition that impacts your ability to study and you do not have an Enabling Plan set up, please contact your Student Engagement Manger for further information.
