1. Governing Policy
2. Student Responsibilities
1. Governing Policy
These procedures are governed by the Assessment Policy and should be read in conjunction with the Examination Policy and Procedures .
2. Student Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of students to engage actively in the learning process, to participate according to relevant course, unit and assessment requirements, and to adhere to this and other related University policies affecting their enrolment and progression through their course.
Details of specific course, unit and assessment requirements are outlined in the course rules, Course Enrolment Guide and Unit Outlines. Table 1 summarises the responsibilities of students in relation to their participation in a unit.
Table 1 - Summary of student responsibilities
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At commencement of study period/on joining a unit
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1. LEO
(Learning Environment Online)
| 1.1 Confirm enrolment in all units on LEO from one week prior to beginning of study period.
1.2 Contact the Course Coordinator if any problems are identified. |
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2. Unit Outline
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2.1 Access the Unit Outline from LEO and become familiar with the requirements prescribed for completion of the unit.
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3. Students with disabilities
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3.1 As early as possible, students with a permanent disability and/or long term medical condition who require adjustments, consult a Disability Adviser in Disability Services to develop an Education Inclusion Plan (EIP).
3.2 Contact the Lecturer in Charge as soon as possible, preferably before the start of the study period, to discuss their EIP.
3.3 Access the Disability Services website.
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Throughout the study period
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4. Communication
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4.1 Check University email account, LEO and any other communication media used for the unit on a weekly basis.
4.2 Consult with the Lecturer and/or Tutor if seeking advice or clarification regarding a unit or with the Course Coordinator or student experience coordinator in relation to any matter regarding enrolment in the course.
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5. Assessment tasks
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5.1 Complete assessment tasks diligently and honestly to provide evidence of achievement of learning outcomes for the unit.
5.2 Meet all assessment requirements as specified in the Unit Outline.
5.3 Complete online ‘Declaration of Originality’ in LEO for the study period’s assessment. If hard copy is required for an assessment task, this is to be completed and submitted with the task.
5.4 Submit assessment tasks in the manner prescribed in the Unit Outline.
5.5 Retain a hard copy and electronic copies of all written work submitted for assessment except in case of tests and/or examinations. For artworks, or other practical items, a photograph with evidence of submission date should be retained.
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6. Group work
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6.1 Contribute fully to group work assessment task.
6.2 Notify the Lecturer in Charge in a timely manner and provide substantiating documentation should there be any difficulties or concerns.
6.3 Complete and ensure that all group members sign the ‘Declaration of Originality’.
6.4 Ensure assessment task is submitted by
the group by the due date.
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7. Attendance
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7.1 Attend lectures and other structured learning activities.
7.2 Satisfy all compulsory or minimum attendance requirements specified in the Unit Outline.
7.3 Engage with all on-line materials and activities.
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8. Collection of marked assessments and reviewing feedback
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8.1 Access online assessment tasks or collect hard copy assessment tasks in the manner prescribed. Students may give written authority for another person to collect an assessment task on their behalf.
8.2 Review and act on feedback received on assessment tasks. Feedback methods may include rubrics, notations on assessment tasks, in-class/online discussion, feedback posted electronically discussing the strengths and weaknesses of students’ answers generically or individually.
8.3
If clarification is required regarding the mark or grade awarded for an assessment task the Lecturer in Charge or other relevant staff member will be consulted within 10 working days after return of the mark or grade.
8.4 Students should note that it is routine practice for samples of students’
work to be used for moderation.
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9. Seeking extension of submission date for an assessment task
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9.1 Students requiring an extension of the due date for an assignment due to personal circumstances or temporary illness that significantly hamper(s) their participation or performance in an assessment task must apply to the Lecturer in Charge for an extension of time for submission of an assessment
task. This should normally occur at least 24 hours before the due date. Appropriate evidence and documentation will be provided. See procedure in Table 2. See Application for an Extension.
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10. Special Consideration
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10.1 Students experiencing personal circumstances which significantly hamper their participation or performance in an assessment task or examination should apply for special consideration where other processes are not applicable or are no longer possible because of the timing and/or severity of the
circumstance(s). See procedure in Table 2. See Application for Special Consideration.
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11. Special examination arrangements
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11.1 Where an unexpected temporary disability, medical condition or other exceptional circumstances beyond the control of the student occurs a deferred examination or examination adjustment may be applied for in accordance with the Examination Policy and Procedures – Students.
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12. Deferred examinations
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12.1 Where unable to attend or complete a scheduled examination because of illness or exceptional circumstances beyond their control may apply to sit a deferred examination(s) in accordance with the Examination Policy and Procedures – Students. It will not normally be possible to re-defer a deferred examination.
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Following release of results
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13. Clarification of final grades or marks
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13.1 Consult the Lecturer in Charge regarding clarification on final grade or to apply for a review of the final examination script within 20 working days of notification of the final grade.
13.2 Should a grade be absent in final results the Lecturer in Charge should be consulted.
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14. Appeal
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See Student Appeals Policy.
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15. Supplementary Assessment
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See Student Guidelines for Supplementary Assessment. |
Page last updated:
2017-06-28
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