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Welcome to Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences.

This page is for currently enrolled students in postgraduate and undergraduate coursework programs in the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences.

To assist you in your university journey, a number of helpful resources specific to your program are available to you.

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Welcome to the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences. Your first year will bring you face-to-face with a variety of new experiences and challenges, and a great opportunity to learn from your fellow students, many of whom come from every corner of the globe. Success in your program will be greatly assisted by effective time-management, application and adapting to a co-operative teaching and learning environment.

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School Guidelines – Extensions

HMNS School assessment guidelines

Extensions are considered in line with the Assessment Procedure and in reference to the School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences Guidelines.

Extensions are not a remedy for students experiencing more significant impacts to their ability to study. If you have a continuing condition or circumstance, you should contact a Student Adviser to discuss the support available to you. If you have been ill, or unable to attend class or do any study for more than 4 weeks, we advise you to carefully consider whether you are capable of successfully completing your courses this semester. You might be eligible to request a Removal of Course.

The School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences (HMNS) uses the following guidelines in the consideration of Extension of Assessment Due Date. The school has discretion in deciding whether to grant an extension or not. If you are uncertain of your eligibility, you should contact the school.

The HMNS Student Administration Team aims to process all extension requests within two business days. However, in peak periods it may take longer.

Note: Extensions will generally not be granted past the anticipated release of assessment results, or the period specified in the Course Instance, whichever comes first.

If the basis of the application is a medical condition, applications should be accompanied by a medical certificate obtained on or before the assessment item due date.
- The illness should be within the period three weeks prior to the advertised due date of the assignment (medical certificates for extended retrospective periods of illness will not be accepted, except in exceptional circumstances).
- If the illness occurs within less than two days before the due date, evidence of satisfactory progress is required and may impact duration of extension (if approved).
If the basis of the application is on circumstances not addressed in clause 59 of the Assessment Procedure, it must meet all elements of clause 66, and be evidenced with supporting documentation or information and:
- the circumstances should have occurred within the period three weeks prior to the advertised due date of the assignment.
- If the circumstances occur within less than two days before the due date, evidence of satisfactory progress is required and may impact duration of extension (if approved).
- The extension granted should be in proportion to the period of disruption caused by the circumstances, and typically be no more than two weeks in duration.

Note: Students who are not able to provide evidence of adequate progress on their assessment task may have their extension application refused.

Applications made based on a Student Access Plan (SAP) or Extension Verification Letter (EVL) will only be considered for one extension of up to seven (7) days per assessment task. Unless a SAP or EVL clearly states a provision for multiple extensions to assessment due dates and/or provision for a duration longer than seven (7) days, subsequent requests for extension on the basis of a SAP or EVL will need to include additional supporting documentation. For example:
- medical certificate provided by a registered medical practitioner, registered nurse, or registered pharmacist,
- or a statement from a counsellor, psychologist, or psychiatrist.
If the application is for an online quiz that is available to students for a period of more than 24 hours, and you are unable to complete the quiz during the period the quiz is available, you may apply for an extension of the online quiz. All supporting documentation or information for an extension to the online quiz should cover the entire period the quiz is open.

Note: If an online quiz is open for 24 hours or less, students need to submit a deferred exam request via mySI-net. Applications must be submitted no later than 5 calendars days after the date of the original quiz. Your supporting documentation must cover the date of the quiz.
A request for an extension to an assessment due date must be submitted through my.UQ as soon as it becomes evident that an extension is needed, but no later than the assessment item submission due date and time as per Assessment Procedures.
- Any applications submitted after the assessment items due date and time, even if you have a SAP or EVL, must meet additional requirements and will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances.
- Students applying for an extension after the due date and time must include evidence of the reason for the late request. The student must sufficiently explain or document how the nature of their condition or circumstance made it impossible, or unsafe, for them to have submitted an application before the due date and time, as per Assessment Procedures.

Further information regarding the extension application process is available in Part D of the Assessment Procedures and at my.UQ.

BHMNSc Program Planners (Single and Dual)

Single Degree Program Planners

Semester 1, 2024 commencement

Semester 2, 2024 commencement

Dual Degree Program Planners

Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Bachelor of Arts

Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Bachelor of Business Management

Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management

Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Bachelor of Journalism

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It’s okay to ask for help. We have a wide range of dedicated teams on the ground that are available to help you navigate whatever life changes or challenges you may be facing. Choose the support service that best suits you.

For urgent support and counselling please call the UQ Counselling and Crisis line at any time on 1300 851 998.

If you are experiencing difficulties impacting your ability to study, contact a H MNS student adviser for help.

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Welfare support	UQ Student Services - advisers are available to provide specific support.	336 51704
Legal support	SAS (Student Advocacy and Support) - appointments to provide assistance and advice.	334 63400
International student support	UQ International Student Services academic support, adapting to life in Australia, connecting with people.	336 51704
International student support	SAS (Student Advocacy and Support) - assistance with migration and visa issues.	334 63400
Accommodation and rental advice	UQ Student Services - information and resources. Book an appointment for assistance and advice.	336 51704
Accommodation and rental advice	SAS (Student Advocacy and Support) - legal advice for tenancy agreements.	334 63400
Physical and mental disability support	UQ Student Services - information and resources. Book an appointment for assistance and advice.	336 51704
Student counselling	UQ Student Services - appointments with counsellors, self-help resources and crisis support.	336 51704
Student counselling	24-hour crisis line	1300 851 998
Student wellbeing	Uniwellbeing - free 5-week online course with access to counsellors.
	Workshops - a range of workshops and sessions aimed at helping you improve your academic, life and wellbeing skills.
	UQ Support with Issues - this page has links to information for support with a range of additional issues which include anxiety, self-confidence, grief and loss, loneliness, cultural adjustment, deliberate self-harm, insomnia, alcohol and drug use and bullying.
Study program advice	my.UQ - help with designing, deferring or changing your program (degree), enrolling, graduating or studying overseas.
Discrimination and harassment support	Sexual Misconduct Support Unit - a safe and supportive place for the UQ community to receive guidance around sexual assault and misconduct.	8am–5pm 344 31000 Out of hours 1800 737 732
	UQ First Responder Network - trained staff members that provide a safe and supportive environment so survivors of sexual assault and misconduct can receive information on the support services that are available.
	UQ Ally Network - trained UQ staff who create a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for sex, gender and sexuality diverse people at UQ and in the broader community.	334 60402
	Discrimination and Harassment Contact Officers - trained UQ staff members who students and staff can contact with enquiries related to discrimination, harassment and bullying.	334 60402
	UQ Diversity and Inclusion - information and resources relating to diversity and inclusion at UQ. Includes strategies, inclusive language, UQ networks, disability support and information to prevent/resolve issues around discrimination, harassment and bullying	334 60402