Quick answer: Curtin 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?
Curtin may consider a signed medical certificate or statement on relevant official letterhead from a medical practitioner or another approved registered health professional. Documents must be in English.
Certificate and form requirements
Required form
No Curtin practitioner form is required for the general Assessment Extension process identified here. Students apply through OASIS and attach the supporting evidence.
Consultation modality
The current Assessment Extension guidance does not state a telehealth rule. A stricter online-service rule exists for a separate international leave process and must not be generalised.
Previous dates
No explicit backdating rule was identified for Assessment Extensions. Evidence should cover the affected dates and support the length of the requested adjustment.
Duration
Eligible students may request up to five days without formal evidence for some assessment types. Examinations and excluded tasks still require evidence.
Impact wording
Evidence should explain how illness prevented completion of the task or examination and why the requested period is appropriate.
Submission deadline
Apply before the assessment or examination. A late application may be considered up to five working days afterwards when supported by a reasonable explanation and suitable evidence.
What this guide does not cover
Leave of absence, fee remission, international-student processes and excluded assessment types use different rules.
Frequently asked questions
Will Curtin University accept a medical certificate?
Curtin University makes the decision. Evidence must meet the current policy and may need specific practitioner, form, consultation, date and academic-impact details.
Does Curtin University accept telehealth medical certificates?
The current Assessment Extension guidance does not state a telehealth rule. A stricter online-service rule exists for a separate international leave process and must not be generalised.
Can evidence for Curtin University be backdated?
No explicit backdating rule was identified for Assessment Extensions. Evidence should cover the affected dates and support the length of the requested adjustment.
Official sources and review information
- Curtin assessment extension and deferred examination guidance
- Curtin extension request guidance
- Curtin self-certification guidance
Policy effective or updated: Main guidance updated 22 January 2026
Last checked: 31 July 2026
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