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Absence from compulsory activities at the Faculty of Educational Sciences

If you are ill or have another valid reason for being absent from compulsory activities in courses at the Faculty of Educational Sciences, you may apply to have your absence approved or the compulsory activity to be postponed. For academic reasons, you may be required to complete another mandatory activity to replace the activity you have been absent from.

What is valid absence?

Valid reasons for absence include the following:

  • If you, or a person for whom you are the primary caretaker, are ill
  • Childbirth
  • Death of a close relative
  • Other weighty reasons beyond your own control

Note that the application form for absence from compulsory activities is intended for short-term absences. If you have a disability, long-term illness or special needs you may apply for special individual adaptation.

Requirements for documentation

The documentation must

  • Be originals or certified copies
  • Confirm absence/illness for specified dates (from date until date)

Deadline for applying

  • Within three days after the absence or deadline for submission of the compulsory activity  
  • If the deadline expires on an official holiday or during the weekend, the deadline is extended until the next working day.

  • In case of serious illness, the faculty may give an exemption from the deadline.

How do I apply for valid absence?

  • You must submit the online form and upload documentation for all bachelor and master level courses at the Faculty of Educational Sciences.
  • If you are prevented from attending a seminar with mandatory activity/attendance, you must also contact your seminar leader.

Application form in English

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Published Mar. 10, 2023 9:07 AM - Last modified Aug. 25, 2023 10:36 AM
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