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Making the right decision for you
Leaving the university means you withdraw from your course without returning to your studies.
Before you decide, think about your reasons, as support is here for you to explore your options and make the right choice.
Some courses include a wide range of modules to give you a broad understanding of the subject. While it might not be what you expect now, it may be in the future as you progress through the teaching.
If you're unsure about your course, speak to your Course Director. They can explain the modules and learning outcomes, and suggest alternatives if needed, like switching to another course that might share similiar modules/credits.
You can also speak to your Course Representative who can resolve issues and will also work closely with the Course Director on your behalf.
The Student Success Centre can help you with study tips, learning styles, and stress management techniques to help you study and perform better in exams.
Whether you are running out of money, are finding it difficult to manage your funds, or if you need additional support, our dedicated Student Money Advice team are here to help.
Students considering a Leave of Absence (LOA) to undertake full-time work and improve their financial situation can access guidance through Employability & Graduate Futures. Support includes help with finding part-time employment and CV advice. Please note that students on an LOA will not be eligible for Student Finance maintenance funding during this period.
Are you in receipt of reasonable adjustments to assist you with your studies? If not, meet with our AccessAbility team to find out what additional support may be available to you.
If your condition has temporarily deteriorated, you could review options to take a leave of absence or transfer onto a distance-learning course so that you may still complete your studies.
Balancing studies and university life can be challenging, but support and advice is available. In the first instance, you should speak to your Course Director or Studies Adviser about the circumstances affecting your attendance to explore possible course-level adjustments, e.g. switching to a slow track, part-time or a distance learning option. The Student Success Centre can also help you with study strategies.
The Student Wellbeing Team are here to offer additional support if needed.
If you find yourself in a position where you cannot complete mandatory portions of your course, there is support available.
Your first step should be to consult your Course Director or Studies Adviser to explore available options. These may include switching to a slow track, studying part-time or via distance learning, taking a Leave of Absence, or, if possible, exiting the programme with a lower award.
Please be aware that changes to your mode of study may affect your Student Finance entitlement and could result in liability for tuition fees.
How to Leave - Withdrawal from your course
If you’ve explored your options and decided to leave permanently, please complete the Withdrawal form.
Before completing this form, please follow the steps below:
- Contact your Course Director to discuss your reasons and available options
- Talk to Student Success for support with learning resources and your academic journey
- Consider contacting Student Wellbeing as they may be able to offer more support and advice
- Read the Deregistration Policy so you understand the process and what it means
- Check the Tuition Fee Liability Policy as you may still be liable for some or all of your tuition fees
If you are living in University accommodation, you must inform the Ulster University Residential Services of your intention to deregister.
