What happens if I retake a module?

Retaking a module means that:

You must take all the learning and assessment activities in the module again
As you will be taking additional time to complete your award, you need to be aware of its maximum duration
No marks from your previous registration on the module will be carried forward
The overall module mark will be capped at the pass mark
If you fail a core or elective module after retake this would normally mean that you will have to withdraw from the course
You may be charged a fee, published by your College
You have the same reassessment opportunities as at the first registration (see regulation 3.1)
If you are retaking semester long modules on a part time basis, you will only enrol for the semester in which the module is taught. If you are funded by Student Finance England this will have implications for your funding.

Can I substitute the module for a different one?

If you fail a core module you must take the same module again.

If you fail an elective module, you may:

retake the same module on one occasion only, or
substitute the module with another elective module, where one is available, on one occasion only. This is your retake.

If you choose to substitute a module with a different elective module, your module mark will still be capped at the minimum pass mark. No further substitutions are permitted.

My course has been revalidated and the modules are no longer taught?

If the module is no longer available (e.g. due to the course being revalidated), a replacement module may be studied as directed by your College.

This will be treated as a retake and will be subject to all regulations relating to retake modules. Capping of the module will still apply.

If a replacement module cannot be studied, you will need to renegotiate your programme of study.

Decisions about taking a replacement module or renegotiating your programme require discussion and agreement with the course team.

I want to retake modules that I have failed, what happens now?

The module/s you have failed will be added to your timetable for next year, if this isn't possible due to module/s being unavailable you will be contacted to make alternative arrangements.

You will receive an email inviting you to re-enrol for the new academic year; your fees will be confirmed at enrolment.
You should check your timetable at the start of the new academic year to ensure that all your modules have been included. If they are not you must contact Hallam Help immediately.

Does retaking a module affect my finances/funding?

Retaking the year may have implications for your current and future funding and you are strongly advised to contact Student Finance England.

If you have to study modules on a part-time basis (i.e taking less than 120 credits for a full-time undergraduate student), you will be charged a pro-rata fee. You will remain on the full time course but will a part-time mode of attendance. You should continue to apply for full time student funding.

Sem 1 retakes

If you are only studying modules in Semester 1 you will enrol at the start of the year and then be put on a break in study for the remainder of the year when you finish attending at the end of the semester. You will only be entitled to student finance for the time you will be attending in semester 1 and SFE will pro-rata your entitlement. If you receive an overpayment of your student finance this may be offset against future years funding or you may need to pay it back.

Sem 2 retakes

If you are only studying modules in Semester 2 you will not be able to enrol until the start of semester 2 (January for standard courses) and will be put on a break in study for Semester 1 (Sept to Dec for standard courses). You will only be entitled to student finance for the time you will be attending in semester 2 and SFE will pro-rata your entitlement. If you receive an overpayment of your student finance this may be offset against future years funding or you may need to pay it back.

I'm an International student with a Tier 4 Visa, will this be affected?

Retaking modules may have an impact on your visa.

You should book an appointment with an International Experience Adviser to discuss this.

Please contact Hallam Help on 0114 225 2222 and arrange an appointment.

Are there any other implications?

The Student Advice Centre at the Students' Union can be contacted for information and individual advice about the effects of repeat study on your funding, fee support, housing and benefits. The advice is free, confidential and impartial, as the Students' Union operates independently of the University.

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