We understand that in some cultures it is not usual to disclose the details of some of these kinds of circumstances outside of immediate family. We are fully supportive of students in difficult circumstances and want to assist you where possible. If you feel uncomfortable talking to a tutor or member of faculty staff in the first instance, you might prefer to approach the Students’ Union or Wellbeing Services for initial informal confidential advice.
Without wanting to invade your privacy, you do need to formally advise us by making an EC claim so that we can consider your circumstances, despite the discomfort you might feel. If you don’t disclose your circumstances at a time when you could have done so, we might not be able to take them into account later.