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Please note that all students are eligible to apply for a sick/special exam if they will be missing the main exam.
This opportunity is ONLY for students who meet the CAM requirements (40% and above).
Apply within 5 working days from the date of the missed exam.
NO LATE OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Please click on the link below, fill out the form and attach your proof.
https://form.myjotform.com/80633979060563
Kindly refrain from emailing your medical certificates or any other documentation to the heads of departments, lecturers, departmental administrators and administrative staff.
How to apply for a sick exam:
This opportunity is ONLY for students who meet the CAM requirements (40% and above).
Apply within 5 working days from the date of the missed exam.
NO LATE OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Please click on the link below, fill out the form and attach your proof.
https://form.myjotform.com/80633979060563
Kindly refrain from emailing your medical certificates or any other documentation to the heads of departments, lecturers, departmental administrators and administrative staff.
How to apply for a sick exam:
- A valid medical or doctor's certificate for the day(s) of the assessment.
- Must be signed by the doctor/health care practitioner /psychologist/psychiatrist/dentist/traditional healer/clinic/day hospital etc.
- Must have a valid stamp or practice number.
How to apply for a special exam:
At all times attach an affidavit explaining the circumstances for missing the exam.
You can obtain an affidavit at your nearest police station or the UWC Legal Aid Clinic.
Below are a few examples of special exam applications and required proof:
At all times attach an affidavit explaining the circumstances for missing the exam.
You can obtain an affidavit at your nearest police station or the UWC Legal Aid Clinic.
Below are a few examples of special exam applications and required proof:
- Time-table clashes - Attach an affidavit with the clashing modules, times and dates.
- Death (Immediate family) - Attach an affidavit explaining the relationship of the deceased to you and a certified copy of the death certificate.
- Trauma (robbery/fire/rape/assault) - Attach an affidavit explaining the circumstances and a case number or a report from a practitioner.
- Transport problems - Attach an affidavit explaining the circumstances and a metro train/taxi association/uber letter.
- Representing the country in sports/conferences or any other reason for travelling - Attach an affidavit explaining the circumstances and copies of flight/bus/train/taxi tickets or a letter from an association - evidence must be provided.
Online exams - Attach an affidavit explaining the circumstances and a schedule of load-shedding in your areas or if you were logged out, attach a clear photograph, etc.
Good luck with your exams,
Good luck with your exams,
Undergraduate
Undergraduate students in the Law Faculty are alerted to the fact that presence on campus will be required for -- the attendance of lectures, and
- sit-down assessments
Postgraduate
Postgraduate students should liaise with the relevant lecturer as to the mode of presentation as per the link: PG-mode of teaching 2023 or contact lawpostgradenq@uwc.ac.zaUndergraduate
Senate Discretionary Assessment (SDA)
How do I apply for an SDA?
Students do not apply for an SDA, but rather qualify for the SDA exam. Kindly note the rule below:
A.5.2.8 Senate Discretionary Assessment (SDA)
A Senate Discretionary Assessment may be granted, if the Faculty Board concerned has obtained prior permission from Senate, in cases where:
(a) a student owes no more than one module to promote to the next level of study or complete a programme, provided that the student has written the final examination or second chance examination and have obtained an overall aggregate of at least 40% for the module.
(b) the final mark for the module shall not exceed 50%.
A.5.2.9 A student granted a Senate Discretionary Assessment, will not under any circumstances be granted a further assessment opportunity.
When is the SDA period?
Senate Discretionary Assessments (SDAs) will take place from 16 – 18 January 2023. A student must qualify for this as per Rule A.5.2.8 Senate Discretionary Assessment (SDA) in the General Calendar.
publication of results
When does registration take place?
Students do not apply for an SDA, but rather qualify for the SDA exam. Kindly note the rule below:
A.5.2.8 Senate Discretionary Assessment (SDA)
A Senate Discretionary Assessment may be granted, if the Faculty Board concerned has obtained prior permission from Senate, in cases where:
(a) a student owes no more than one module to promote to the next level of study or complete a programme, provided that the student has written the final examination or second chance examination and have obtained an overall aggregate of at least 40% for the module.
(b) the final mark for the module shall not exceed 50%.
A.5.2.9 A student granted a Senate Discretionary Assessment, will not under any circumstances be granted a further assessment opportunity.
When is the SDA period?
Senate Discretionary Assessments (SDAs) will take place from 16 – 18 January 2023. A student must qualify for this as per Rule A.5.2.8 Senate Discretionary Assessment (SDA) in the General Calendar.
publication of results
When does registration take place?
- PhD and Masters - Tuesday, 10 January 2023 - Friday, 10 February 2023.
- Undergraduate (returning) and Honours and PG diploma/certificate - Tuesday, 10 January 2023 - Friday, 10 February 2023.
- New undergraduate students - Monday, 23 January 2023 - Friday, 10 February 2023.
How do I book an advisor?
Kindly click on the link below
curriculum advisory
How much is the registration fee?
Students not in University residences R4290 (to be paid before registration)
Students placed at University residences R4840 (to be paid before registration)
Where do I pay my registration fee?
Bank: ABSA Bank
Account name: UWC Student Deposit
Account Branch: Public Sector Western Cape
Account No: 40 4960 4740
Branch Code: 632005
Swift Code: ABSAZAJJ
I need financial clearance, what do I need to do?
Students who may require financial clearance should make contact with Student Credit Management via the following Hubs:
Student Financial Clearance Portal:
studentdebt.uwc.ac.za/
Call Centre: 021 959 3558
Email a consultant: scm@uwc.ac.za
How do I obtain a letter regarding code of good conduct?
Kindly email helpdesk@uwc.ac.za to furnish you with the necessary documentation.
I’ve officially completed. How do I obtain my letter of completion?
All graduates will receive an official completion letter (electronically) that will be signed and stamped and indicate the:
qualification obtained,
medium of instruction,
conduct of the graduate, and
date degree conferred
Contact graduation@uwc.ac.za for queries.
graduation information
How can I obtain my academic transcripts?
Please email helpdesk@uwc.ac.za or visit the link below:
administration helpdesk
Dean's Merit List Criteria
Dean's Merit List 2022 Criteria
Kindly click on the link below
curriculum advisory
How much is the registration fee?
Students not in University residences R4290 (to be paid before registration)
Students placed at University residences R4840 (to be paid before registration)
Where do I pay my registration fee?
Bank: ABSA Bank
Account name: UWC Student Deposit
Account Branch: Public Sector Western Cape
Account No: 40 4960 4740
Branch Code: 632005
Swift Code: ABSAZAJJ
I need financial clearance, what do I need to do?
Students who may require financial clearance should make contact with Student Credit Management via the following Hubs:
Student Financial Clearance Portal:
studentdebt.uwc.ac.za/
Call Centre: 021 959 3558
Email a consultant: scm@uwc.ac.za
How do I obtain a letter regarding code of good conduct?
Kindly email helpdesk@uwc.ac.za to furnish you with the necessary documentation.
I’ve officially completed. How do I obtain my letter of completion?
All graduates will receive an official completion letter (electronically) that will be signed and stamped and indicate the:
qualification obtained,
medium of instruction,
conduct of the graduate, and
date degree conferred
Contact graduation@uwc.ac.za for queries.
graduation information
How can I obtain my academic transcripts?
Please email helpdesk@uwc.ac.za or visit the link below:
administration helpdesk
Dean's Merit List Criteria
Dean's Merit List 2022 Criteria
Postgraduate Notices
2024 Law Postgraduate Courses2024 Postgraduate First SEMESTER Timetable
Undergraduate Notices
2024 Final year students, to assist you in making informed choices in terms of selecting elective modules in your final year, herewith a blurb of the elective modules on offer in 2024 as well as the 2024 mid-year and year-end examination timetables:
2024 ELECTIVE MODULEs on offer
2024 Mid-Year Assessment Timetable
2024 Year-End Assessment Timetable
2024 Mid-Year Assessment Timetable
2024 Year-End Assessment Timetable
2024 First-year students, to assist you in making informed choices in terms of selecting non-legal elective modules, herewith a blurb on the non-legal elective modules for 2024:
1st Year Non-Legal elective Modules
Plagiarism Declaration
All law students are required to attach the Faculty’s prescribed Plagiarism Declaration to all their assignments, essays and take-home tests.
It is a document in which you declare, essentially, that the work you are submitting is your own and that you have not plagiarised.
An assignment, essay or take-home test which is not accompanied by the prescribed Plagiarism Declaration will not be marked.
An example of the Plagiarism Declaration is attached to this handbook as an appendix.
Click on the button below to download the official Plagiarism Declaration:
PLAGIARISM DECLARATION
It is a document in which you declare, essentially, that the work you are submitting is your own and that you have not plagiarised.
An assignment, essay or take-home test which is not accompanied by the prescribed Plagiarism Declaration will not be marked.
An example of the Plagiarism Declaration is attached to this handbook as an appendix.
Click on the button below to download the official Plagiarism Declaration:
PLAGIARISM DECLARATION
