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Resit if fail first year module in Durham University

What happens if I fail a first year module? Will I be allowed to resit? I did not submit an SAC form. Did anyone resit an exam before? I'm scared that I would be kicked out. Thanks!

Reply 1

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Original post by avocatfly

What happens if I fail a first year module? Will I be allowed to resit? I did not submit an SAC form. Did anyone resit an exam before? I'm scared that I would be kicked out. Thanks!

Hi @avocatfly,

I know here at BCU, there is chance to re-sit a failed first year module but I’m unsure if that applies to all universities.
I would try not to worry about any outstanding grades you’re waiting for, but if you’re unsure about what happens with a failed module, I would get in touch with your tutor to confirm.

Hope this helps,
Emily
Student Ambassador at Birmingham City University

Reply 2

martin7

Original post by avocatfly

What happens if I fail a first year module? Will I be allowed to resit? I did not submit an SAC form. Did anyone resit an exam before? I'm scared that I would be kicked out. Thanks!

I don't know how Durham work, but if you've failed only one first module I think it would be highly unusual not to be allowed a second attempt. That second attempt will normally be capped at a pass mark (usually that's 40%) but that would allow you to proceed to the second year.

At most universities the first-year mark isn't counted towards the final classification (or, if it is, it's only a very small proportion of the overall mark).

For an official answer, you'll need to check Durham's regulations on progress.

If you're concerned, talk to your personal tutor.

Reply 3

CuteHarpSeal527

I'm pretty sure your first year doesn't count towards your final score at Durham, i would probably recommend talking to someone at the uni or doing the resit if you can.