Special circumstances
Long-term illness or personal circumstances
Are you suffering from a long-term illness or are personal circumstances making it difficult for you to study? If so, contact your Exchange Officers as soon as possible.
Examples include:
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Illness
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Pregnancy
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Disability
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Exceptional family circumstances
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Educational force majeure
Why report?
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To prevent study delays
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To discuss an alternative study plan, if necessary and possible.
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To learn about available support within the University.
Attendance requirements?
Also notify the lecturers of the relevant courses. Always check the specific rules for your courses.
Illness with special facilities?
If you use exam facilities (organised by the Office for Student Affairs) and you fall ill, you must report your absence no later than one hour before the start of the exam to: voorzieningen-rechten rug.nl.
Aberrant examination for illness or special circumstances
Have you suddenly fallen ill or are you facing special circumstances that prevent you from taking an exam? The Faculty of Law has specific rules for aberrant examinations. Read here about what you need to do, when you qualify, and how to submit a request.
When do you qualify for an aberrant examination?
You will only receive an aberrant examination if:
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You miss two consecutive opportunities for the same exam due to illness or special circumstances.
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There is a concrete and unreasonable risk of study delay.
Note: you are not entitled to two extra exam attempts.
Procedure for sudden illness or special circumstances
Follow these steps to qualify for an aberrant examination:
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First attempt missed? Report your absence on the day of the exam to Student Service Law:
- Email: studentenservice-law rug.nl
- Phone: +31 (0)50 363 5727 -
Second attempt missed? Report your absence again on the day of the exam, using the same method.
Did you miss two attempts due to special circumstances? You can submit a request for an aberrant examination by completing the web form for the Board of Examiners and include:
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A medical certificate (for illness)
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An official statement (for special circumstances)
Important: if you do not report your absence in the prescribed manner, you cannot claim an aberrant examination.
Attendance requirements?
Also notify the lecturers of the relevant courses. Always check the specific rules for your courses.
Questions?
If you have questions about the procedure or need assistance, contact your Exchange Officers.