Can I challenge academic judgement as part of an appeal?

The University will not consider an academic appeal if you are challenging an academic judgement. An academic judgement is where only the opinion of an academic expert will suffice i.e. a marker.

This includes, but is not limited to, academic judgements on the following:

• The content or learning outcomes associated with programmes, modules and courses that have been approved by the University 

• Captured content and live teaching events
• The merits of work submitted by the student for assessment
• The research methodology followed by a student.

We strongly suggest that you seek further individual feedback from assessment markers or the Module Leader prior to pursuing an academic appeal in relation to the marking and feedback. You are able to request to review the coursework/examination/test papers with them in order to understand the marks awarded.