Special Consideration Letter Template

Use this template when short-term circumstances affected one assessment or exam and you need a clear, policy-aligned request.

Copy/paste template

Subject: Special Consideration Request – [Unit Code] [Assessment Name]

Dear [Course Coordinator/Faculty Team],

I am requesting special consideration for [unit code + assessment] due on [date].

Between [date range], I experienced [brief factual description of circumstances]. This affected my ability to [prepare/attend/complete] the assessment as required.

I have attached supporting documents:

• Attachment 1: [document name]
• Attachment 2: [document name]
• Attachment 3: [document name]

I respectfully request [extension until date / deferred assessment / other policy-available adjustment].

To manage my studies going forward, I have already [brief remediation steps].

Thank you for considering this request.

Kind regards,
[Full name]
[Student ID]
[Program]

Before submitting

• Check your faculty's deadline for special consideration applications
• Match your request to available policy outcomes
• Keep explanations factual and concise
• Use numbered file names for evidence uploads

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