Timely Feedback

At the beginning of each academic period of study (usually the beginning of the semester or trimester), all students should receive, in their module handbook, a schedule of assessments deadline, date for return of mark and assessment feedback, and feedback methods.

In addition to any specific details about an assessment, written descriptions should include both the submission deadline AND the date for formal feedback and mark to be given to students.

15 working days (working days are defined as Monday to Friday, excluding periods when the University is closed).

a. Dissertations, extended projects, independent studies (usually work of a word equivalence of 5,000 words or more).

b. Formal on-site examinations supported by Planning & Academic Administration (take-home exams must comply with the 15 working days turnaround)

c. Work submitted for Research Degrees and taught Doctorates.

d. Temporary Learning Agreements where students have an approved learning agreement in place.

e. Work submitted after the deadline.

For a., c., d and e. the deadline dates will be set at the discretion of the course team, but must be as soon as possible and timely to inform students’ development and must be clearly communicated to students. For on-site examination, the deadline is 17 working days, as per the Marking Procedures

Where the return of feedback to students will be delayed (e.g., a one-off instance because of staff illness), students should be formally notified of the delay before the original feedback deadline. They should be given a revised date for publication of mark and feedback. Every effort should be made to ensure feedback is given to students in good time for them to utilise feedback in preparing their next assessment.

If you have any questions about how to implement the above, or would like support in reviewing your assessment and your documentation to enable effective delivery of the Timely Feedback Policy, please contact your Faculty Director of Learning and Teaching. You should also complete a 15-day Variation Request form