ABSCSM
Academic Board Sub‑Committee on Student Matters
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What is ABSCSM?
What is ABSCSM?
ABSCSM stands for the Academic Board Sub‑Committee on Student Matters.
Role: It is a specialized committee that reviews and makes decisions on student requests related to their academic journey outside of the official registration period. (View Academic Calendar for dates!)
Scope of Decisions:
Adjustments to registration or academic records
Leave of absence requests
Voluntary withdrawal from studies
Required to Withdraw (RTW) cases
Internal and external student affairs in extenuating circumstances
Governance: ABSCSM operates as a sub‑committee of the Global Campus Academic Board, ensuring that all decisions align with the broader academic governance framework.
Principle: Any adjustment to a student’s record—whether initiated by the student or on their behalf—must receive at least Academic Board sign‑off, and in many cases, full approval.
Only cases with extenuating circumstances are considered
Need support with your academic journey?
The Academic Board Sub‑Committee on Student Matters (ABSCSM) is here to help! If you are facing challenges with registration, leave of absence, withdrawal, or other academic concerns, do not hesitate to apply. ABSCSM ensures your situation is reviewed with fairness and care.
👉 Apply today—your voice matters, and assistance is available all year round!
Application form by clicking the application form link: APPLY HERE
What do we do?
What do we do?
In essence: ABSCSM is the body that safeguards fairness and academic integrity when students face exceptional situations requiring changes to their academic records or status.
Did You Know?
Did You Know?
The Academic Board Sub‑Committee on Student Matters (ABSCSM) is one of the few committees designed specifically to handle exceptional student cases, things that fall outside the normal academic processes.
Even though it is a sub‑committee, its decisions carry significant weight because any change to a student’s academic record must have Academic Board sign‑off. This ensures fairness, transparency, and consistency across the institution.
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