Section 3: Short-term Illness and other Extenuating Circumstances How UCL supports students who experience sudden, unexpected difficulties which affect their performance at assessment Quick Guide: How to apply Find out how to apply for Extenuating Circumstances. Submit your EC claims via Portico In the MyStudies tab click on Extenuating Circumstances – View, Add and Amend in the Delayed Assessment Scheme & Extenuating Circumstances section Student FAQs Frequently asked questions for students relating to ECsOnline, our new EC system on Portico Extenuating Circumstances Procedure Read the full Extenuating Circumstances regulations Grounds for Extenuating Circumstances Find out what types of circumstances are covered. Delayed Assessment Scheme Information about the Delayed Assessment Scheme for if you do not meet the Grounds for Extenuating Circumstances