Illness right before the deadline

If you fall ill within the 14 days preceding the deadline you are eligible for a postponement as long as you have valid documentation. This is also the case if you have other documented absent. 

Valid reasons for absence must be documented and include the following:

  • If you, or a person for whom you are the primary caretaker, are ill
  • Childbirth
  • Death of a close relative
  • Other substantial reasons outside of your own control

The deadline can only be postponed up to 14 days, and not after the semester has ended. 

You apply for postponement through the form you find on the page linked: 

If you have been ill over a longer period of time and need a longer extension you can apply a Leave of absence and/ or delay 

Published Apr. 10, 2026 12:44 PM - Last modified Nov. 6, 2026 8:55 AM