Quick answer: Adelaide University decides whether evidence is accepted and what outcome is granted. A medical certificate does not guarantee approval.
This guide covers coursework assessment extensions, special consideration and deferred assessments. It does not replace the institution’s current policy or application instructions.
A standard sick certificate may be insufficient where an institution form, real-time consultation, functional-impact assessment or supporting proof is required.
What evidence may be accepted?
For relevant assessment variations, Adelaide University may ask for a medical certificate, carer certificate or evidence from another registered health practitioner covering the scheduled assessment period.
Certificate and form requirements
Required form
No prescribed practitioner form was identified for the general process. Students use the university's online extension or deferred-assessment workflow and attach supporting evidence when required.
Consultation modality
The current procedure does not state whether telehealth is accepted or excluded. Do not present telehealth acceptance as an established rule.
Previous dates
No express backdating rule was identified. Evidence should cover the scheduled assessment period and support the timing of the circumstances.
Duration
Eligible short extensions of up to three calendar days may not require evidence. Longer extensions can generally be up to 14 days from the original due date and require supporting documentation.
Impact wording
Evidence should support that illness or injury affected participation in the relevant assessment during the stated dates. Adelaide retains discretion where accreditation or academic integrity requirements are involved.
Submission deadline
Extension requests may be lodged up to three days after the due date under the detailed procedure, although public guidance encourages applying beforehand. Deferred time-bound assessment requests are generally due within 24 hours.
What this guide does not cover
Course accreditation, placements and time-bound assessments may have stricter rules. This page covers the merged Adelaide University, not superseded predecessor policies.
Frequently asked questions
Will Adelaide University accept a medical certificate?
Adelaide University makes the decision. Evidence must meet the current policy and may need specific practitioner, form, consultation, date and academic-impact details.
Does Adelaide University accept telehealth medical certificates?
The current procedure does not state whether telehealth is accepted or excluded. Do not present telehealth acceptance as an established rule.
Can evidence for Adelaide University be backdated?
No express backdating rule was identified. Evidence should cover the scheduled assessment period and support the timing of the circumstances.
Official sources and review information
Policy effective or updated: Procedure approved and effective 24 July 2025; FAQ modified 23 January 2026
Last checked: 31 July 2026
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