01/08/2025
Three things we want to make you aware of this week:
1. Exceptional Circumstances: What was previously known as Extenuating Circumstances will now be referred to as Exceptional Circumstances. A new and improved system for applying for Exceptional Circumstances (ECs) has been launched to make the process more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly. The Qualtrics-based EC form will be closed to new submissions at 5pm on Thursday 31 July. Check your email or visit the Exceptional Circumstances MyHud Announcement at hud.ac/uqj
2. Santander Fuel Your Studies: is giving away £500 in food vouchers. Use them at Aldi, Sainsbury’s, and Tesco, or at over 55 food outlets with a Lifestyle Eats gift card. Including Deliveroo, Just Eat, Nando’s, and more! Apply once to enter up to 3 prize draws. The earlier you apply, the more chances you have. There will be 25 winners in August, 25 winners in September and 100 winners in November. Deadline is 13 November 2025. This prize draw is open to all UK students aged 18+. No need to have an account with Santander. Sign up at hud.ac/up5. T&Cs apply
3. Just Ask: The Student Engagement and Attendance Monitoring Team have a team of coaches who are on hand to support you throughout your university journey. They will actively listen to your challenges, help you with any barriers that impact on your attendance and support you in identifying your next steps. ‘Just Ask’ and they will help you. Find out more at hud.ac/sq5