Taught Postgraduate (Part Time or Distance Learning) Change of Status Form
Applying for an extension to your period of study
1. Who to consult with
- Before completing the form, you should discuss your proposed course of action with your personal tutor/other staff in your department/school.
- Your change of status may impact on tuition fees paid or due, and you may need to pay a continuation fee. If you are unsure as to exactly how your change of status may affect your tuition fees, please seek advice from the Student Fees Section of Registry Services on 0114 222 1306 or by emailing m.moore@sheffield.ac.uk. Further information is available from the link on the right to Continuation Fees.
2. To apply for an extension to your period of study
- Once you have read all the guidance notes, download the Change of Status form using the link in the Downloads box on the right.
- Complete all of sections 1, 3A and 3B of the form (section 3B is on the reverse side).
- Return the form to your usual contact in your academic department.
- Your department will process your application and forward it to the University’s Student Services Department.
- If your request is accepted, you will be sent an approved copy of the form to retain for your records. You will also be advised of the continuation fee payable.
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