Last Updated: September 22, 2023

About this Policy

The London School of Emerging Technology (LSET) has a formal set of Attendance Requirements in the Absence Policy. Students are expected to attend all timetabled classes, whether those are held physically or scheduled online classes. Attendance at any examination which contributes to summative assessment is compulsory. Principal Instructor or Student Service Officer are responsible for ensuring that students are given explicit notification of all classes for which attendance is mandatory.

The Absence Policy of LSET is as follows:

Reporting Absence

Students must report any absence from classes to their Principal Instructor or Student Service Officer as soon as possible.
If the absence is due to illness, students must provide a medical certificate or other evidence of illness.
If the absence is due to other reasons, students must provide a valid reason for their absence.

Authorised Absence

Absence from classes will only be authorised in exceptional circumstances.
Authorised absence will be granted at the discretion of the Principal Instructor or Student Service Officer.
Students must provide a valid reason for their absence and may be required to provide supporting evidence.

Unauthorised Absence

Unauthorised absence from classes may result in disciplinary action.
Students who miss classes without a valid reason or fail to report their absence may be subject to disciplinary action.

Consequences of Absence

Students who miss classes may miss important information and may be at a disadvantage in assessments.
Students who miss classes may be required to catch up on missed work and may be subject to additional assessments.
In conclusion, the Absence Policy of LSET is designed to ensure that students attend all timetabled classes and that attendance at any examination which contributes to summative assessment is compulsory. The policy outlines the reporting, authorisation, and consequences of absence, as well as the appeals process. Students are expected to comply with the Absence Policy to ensure that they receive the best possible education and achieve their academic goals.

Good Cause Details

To be eligible for the 'Good Cause' for absence policy, students must provide evidence of their absence and a valid reason for their absence. The procedure may also require students to make up any missed work or assessments. The 'Good Cause' for absence policy is an important provision that ensures that students are not penalised for circumstances beyond their control and can continue their studies without interruption. The decision of the Principal Instructor will be final for deciding the relevancy of the good cause for the absence of the student. 