Resits can be capped resits or uncapped first sits; please see the distinction below. 
 

Pegged or capped resits: resits with the module mark capped at 50

If you fail a module by not receiving a module mark of over 50, then you may have the chance to resit the assignment(s), but any module result you receive will be pegged (capped) at 50.

Depending on the mode of reassessment (standard or synoptic) you'll resit the elements of assessment that you did not pass (or submit), known as standard reassessment OR submit a single piece of work that replaces all assessment that you may previously have submitted for the module, known as synoptic reassessment. 

You'll be automatically registered for any resits by QM Registry. 

First sits: uncapped resits where you can achieve the maximum mark with no penalty

If you failed a module or modules and you submitted Extenuating Circumstances to account for this failure, and the Subject Examination Board accepts your EC application, it may recommend that you be offered ‘first sits'.

First sits always take the form of standard reassessment.

After the June/July meeting of the Subject Examination Board, we’ll write to you to tell you about any first sits you are being offered. If you submit an EC application for your dissertation it will be considered by the October meeting of the Subject Examination Board.

If you are offered a first sit in a module, you can achieve the maximum mark without any penalties being imposed, that is, it won’t be subject to a pegged or capped mark.

More information about resits and first sits

The Regulations concerning resits and first sits can seem confusing. So if you would like more information about these parts of the College Academic Regulations, or wish to decide whether they are relevant to you, please come and talk to someone at School Reception, or email us at sta-studentsupport@qmul.ac.uk.