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Definition
Meaning of Intermission
Intermission applies to the interruption of studies, not to vacation periods. Students wishing to temporarily withdraw and return later should apply for intermission through the Wellbeing team.
This ensures that intermission is used correctly for significant breaks in study, with appropriate support and documentation managed by the Wellbeing team.
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Support for Students
Students should use the School's support mechanisms, including the Student Resources, Support, and Wellbeing Policy, Wellbeing Team, Personal Academic Tutoring (PAT) system, Director of Education, and programme and module Leaders, before applying for intermission. Staff are available to assist with accessing learning support.
This ensures students receive appropriate help and explore available support options before formally applying for an intermission.
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Intermission Request
Students wishing to apply for intermission should submit a written application to the Wellbeing Team, including their reasons, supporting documentation, and proposed start and return dates. The Wellbeing Team will review requests and consult relevant staff as needed.
This process ensures that intermission applications are handled with the necessary documentation and appropriate consultation.
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Specific Period
Intermission requests must specify the start and return dates. In exceptional circumstances, students may apply for an extension using the same process. The Wellbeing Team may refuse extensions or apply alternative support procedures as detailed in the Student Resources, Support, and Wellbeing Policy and other relevant policies.
This ensures that intermission periods are clearly defined and provides a process for extensions while allowing flexibility for exceptional situations, with appropriate support options available.
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Decision, Appeal and Complaints
The Wellbeing Team will grant intermission based on the information and supporting documentation provided. If a request is refused, the student may ask the Director of Education to review the decision within 10 working days. If the refusal is upheld, the student may then use the School's complaints procedure.
This process ensures that intermission requests are fairly considered and provides clear steps for review and appeal if the request is denied.
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End of Semesters
Intermission is generally only allowed at the end of a semester, after all module assessments are complete. If a student seeks intermission before completing assessments, they must also provide extenuating circumstances for those assessments.
This ensures intermission is appropriately timed and considers the need for valid reasons if requested before assessments are finished.
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Whole Semester(s)
Intermission should typically last one or more whole semesters according to the School's academic calendar.
This aligns intermission periods with the academic structure, ensuring they cover complete semesters.
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Services, Resources and Facilities
When an intermission request is approved, the student's record will be updated, and notifications will be sent to the student, their Personal Academic Tutor (PAT), and relevant staff. During intermission, students will not have access to classes, resources, or facilities, except for email and support services such as the Wellbeing Team and their PAT.
This ensures that all relevant parties are informed and clarifies the limitations on access to services during the intermission period, while maintaining support through essential channels.
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Re-Enrolment
Students returning in or after a new academic year must re-enrol to access the School's services, including classes. Failure to re-enrol may lead to termination of registration.
Re-enrolment ensures that students remain actively registered and have access to all School services, preventing unintended loss of registration.
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Conditions on Readmission
When intermission is granted, the Wellbeing Team, in consultation with relevant staff, may set conditions for the student's readmission, considering programme changes and the student's best interests.
This ensures that readmission conditions are tailored to both programme updates and the individual needs of the student.
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Changes
During a student's intermission, any changes will be communicated via email. The student is responsible for checking their email and familiarising themselves with these changes, which may include updates to module content, assessments, and regulations.
This ensures students stay informed about important updates and are aware of any adjustments that may affect their studies.
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Returning to Study
If a module a student registered for before intermission is withdrawn by the time they return, the School will assist them in enrolling in another module. Upon return, students must complete the assessments for their newly registered modules and, in accordance with the School's regulations and policies, cannot take alternative assessment formats.
This ensures that students are properly supported in adjusting to any changes and adhere to the assessment requirements relevant to their new modules.
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Assessment Boards
When a student returns from intermission and there is a discrepancy between the required modules in the current programme specification and those previously taken, the Programme Examination Board may take appropriate actions to maintain standards.
This allows the Programme Examination Board to address any inconsistencies and ensure that academic standards are upheld.
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Advice
Fees
The Tuition Fees, Additional Charges, and Deposits Policy and Schedule outlines the rules for fee liability during intermission.
This policy provides clear guidance on how fees are managed when a student is on intermission.
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