Academic progress at university can be challenging. If you are facing academic exclusion, it’s important to know what it means, how to appeal, and what support is available to help you get back on track.
What is an academic exclusion?
The tiles below guide you step by step through understanding exclusion, appealing decisions, and accessing support.
⚠️ Missing a deadline means your appeal cannot be considered. Please check your Faculty’s submission and meeting dates carefully.
How to know if you are at risk
Check your Student Portal after exams, especially if you think your grades might be low.
Contact Student Support for assistance.
Understanding Academic Exclusion
Find out what academic exclusion means, what leads to it, and how it affects your registration and studies.
More Details: Key facts about Academic Exclusion - to understand what academic exclusion means and when it applies
You Have Been Excluded: How to Appeal
If you’ve received official notification of exclusion, you can appeal the decision by following the required process on the UP-Student Portal → My UP Login → Student Centre.
More Details - Appeal Steps - How to submit your appeal and what to include
Deadlines & Timelines
To ensure your appeal is complete, please read the submission process document thoroughly.
More Details: Download your Faculty's submission deadlines and meeting dates.
After You Submit: What Happens Next
Once your appeal is submitted, it goes through a formal review process. You will be notified of the outcome via your UP-email, and the notification will also be available on your Student Portal.
More Details: What happens after submission - how submissions are reviewed and outcomes communicated
Senate Review Committee on Readmission
If your Faculty appeal is unsuccessful, you may lodge a final appeal to the Senate Review Committee on Readmission.
More Details: Senate Review Commmittee
FAQ's
Find quick answers to the most common questions about academic exclusion, appeals and readmission.
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