When I contacted Salford Uni to find out my options they told me that I could not extend my deadline but could submit late (4 working days in accordance with University guidelines) and submit a PMC for such lateness. I have not been offered any alternative other than re-sitting in August and graduating a year late. Punishment for losing a parent?!
I do not think that this is good enough. If you have suffered a tragedy you will know that 4 days is not sufficient time to push your brain into gear. Two week extensions would ensure the student had adequate time to come to terms with any loss and then focus on an assignment.
In the workplace you'd be looking at 2 or 3 weeks compassionate leave. Salford want you back the week after.
Yet 4 days is what Salford University deems to offer. So I am creating this petition to call for a 2 week extension for all students that have lost an immediate family member so that you are not backed into a corner over rigid regulations and the have extra time you need.
If you are a current or former student of Salford University, or just feel that people grieving should be shown more sympathy, please add your name to my petition which will be taken to the board of directors in a bid to obtain more sympathy and understanding for students that have had to face tragedy.
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January 9, 2014
59 Comments
You get time off work for losing family members so I think it should be acceptable for time off uni/extension, especially when it is such a close family member aswell, my thoughts go out to the family.
Shame on you Salford University! I believe a re-assessment of this policy is required as a matter of urgency. The suggestion of a two week extension seems reasonable and fair. Come on get your act together!
This is absolutely horrible. When my aunt died my uni gave me a 2 week extension and said I could have had longer. It's unfair for the uni to put so much pressure on people in time of grief.
Having worked for 10 years in pastoral care for students for two universities I am shocked there isn't a more flexible approach to students and bereavement leave. Many organisations offer students in their final year multiple options to ensure they graduate with their cohort.
The PMC regulations must change to accommodate an individuals personl circumstances. Not everyone fits into a box on a form. I'm sorry to hear about your mum, George, and I hope this issue is resolved for you quickly and fairly. As a former Salford Uni student I completely agree that the university needs to do more to support its students.
Arrrg
salford uni digust me
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When I contacted Salford Uni to find out my options they told me that I could not extend my deadline but could submit late (4 working days in accordance with University guidelines) and submit a PMC for such lateness. I have not been offered any alternative other than re-sitting in August and graduating a year late. Punishment for losing a parent?!
I do not think that this is good enough. If you have suffered a tragedy you will know that 4 days is not sufficient time to push your brain into gear. Two week extensions would ensure the student had adequate time to come to terms with any loss and then focus on an assignment.
In the workplace you'd be looking at 2 or 3 weeks compassionate leave. Salford want you back the week after.
Yet 4 days is what Salford University deems to offer. So I am creating this petition to call for a 2 week extension for all students that have lost an immediate family member so that you are not backed into a corner over rigid regulations and the have extra time you need.
If you are a current or former student of Salford University, or just feel that people grieving should be shown more sympathy, please add your name to my petition which will be taken to the board of directors in a bid to obtain more sympathy and understanding for students that have had to face tragedy.
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Reached 100 supporters
January 9, 2014
59 Comments
This is appalling. The death of one of my classmates whilst at Edge Hill was greeted with such compassion and our tutors were incredibly understanding giving us extensions where we needed them. I couldn't imagine losing a family member.
You get time off work for losing family members so I think it should be acceptable for time off uni/extension, especially when it is such a close family member aswell, my thoughts go out to the family.
Shame on you Salford University! I believe a re-assessment of this policy is required as a matter of urgency. The suggestion of a two week extension seems reasonable and fair. Come on get your act together!
This is absolutely horrible. When my aunt died my uni gave me a 2 week extension and said I could have had longer. It's unfair for the uni to put so much pressure on people in time of grief.
Having worked for 10 years in pastoral care for students for two universities I am shocked there isn't a more flexible approach to students and bereavement leave. Many organisations offer students in their final year multiple options to ensure they graduate with their cohort.
The PMC regulations must change to accommodate an individuals personl circumstances. Not everyone fits into a box on a form. I'm sorry to hear about your mum, George, and I hope this issue is resolved for you quickly and fairly. As a former Salford Uni student I completely agree that the university needs to do more to support its students.
Arrrg
salford uni digust me
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This is appalling. The death of one of my classmates whilst at Edge Hill was greeted with such compassion and our tutors were incredibly understanding giving us extensions where we needed them. I couldn't imagine losing a family member.