how do i get ec

i just done an exam today and i was so sick and couldn't focused but i still sat it so there's not much i can do about it now , i have an exam in 1 day and i cannot do it in this condition , how do i get an ec , i have proof of me buying medicine to feel better but i need a doctor note but how do i get a doctor note for this and could i use updoc to get a doctors note

Reply 1

artful_lounger

Universities Forum Helper

For a doctors note, you need to make an appointment with your GP and discuss with them (or at the least call your GP surgery and find out what they suggest in terms of appointments).

For extenuating cirucmstances claims themselves, the specific processes vary between unis so you'll need to find out how it works for your uni - I would recommend reaching out to your personal tutor in the first instance as they should be able to direct you where to go for submitting an EC claim and hopefully provide some explanation of the process.

Reply 2

ItsCiaran

Original post

by artful_lounger

For a doctors note, you need to make an appointment with your GP and discuss with them (or at the least call your GP surgery and find out what they suggest in terms of appointments).
For extenuating cirucmstances claims themselves, the specific processes vary between unis so you'll need to find out how it works for your uni - I would recommend reaching out to your personal tutor in the first instance as they should be able to direct you where to go for submitting an EC claim and hopefully provide some explanation of the process.

it says the following list gives some examples of the kinds of alternative supporting documentation that may be acceptable on such occasions: • a copy of the packaging or labelling of medication specifically recommended by a pharmacist for your condition • a note/record of any medical advice you received, e.g. a phone call to your GP or a consultation with a pharmacist , if i go to updoc and get a doctors note from them will that be accepted along with proof of medicine?

Reply 3

artful_lounger

Universities Forum Helper

Original post

by ItsCiaran

I have no idea what updoc is but since they seem happy to accept stuff from a pharmacist that's probably the easiest route I imagine? Just pop into your local pharmacy (which presumably you may need to do to pick up some medicine for your illness anyway!) and see if you can speak to a pharmacist :smile: