What happens if I fail a module?

All modules must be passed to remain on the programme. Module failure cannot be compensated by performance in other modules.

Theory modules

If you fail a theory module at first attempt, you will be offered a reassessment. The mark obtained for the reassessment will be capped at 40%.

You can only be reassessed in a module once, without valid exceptional circumstances being upheld. There is also a limit on the number of credits you can fail at first attempt in each stage.

If, after your marks have been calculated and any necessary reassessment procedures have been applied, you still do not reach the mark necessary for progression to the next stage, there are no other opportunities for continuing your studies. There are no opportunities for taking modules again and consequently this will result in discontinuation from the programme.

For further information on reassessment, see the Student Guide to Rules for Progression and Award in Undergraduate Programmes.

Practice modules

It is your responsibility to ensure that the necessary Practice Assessment Documentation is completed in a timely way by the supervisors and others, as this provides the required evidence to enable you to progress. The dates for completion of your Electronic Ongoing Achievement Record are published on the Assessment Schedules.

Practice modules are non-reassessable. You are required to pass all summatively assessed elements of the practice module. Where summatively assessed elements of the practice module are incomplete/failed, you will be required to complete a 4-week action plan during a 4-week ‘retrieval placement’ at the end of the Stage.

If summative elements of the practice placement are not met by the agreed action plan date this will result in programme failure.