As soon as you are notified about being in an Academic Progress Stage, CONTACT US and we can provide you with advice and support!
latrobesu.org.au/getadvocacysupport
For Stage 1 or 2:
* You should be told why you are in this stage and what supports the university will supply
* You should be informed about what happens from here
* “Agreed Progression Plans” are created for students in Stage 2
If you disagree with being classified as Stage 1 or 2, or need help understanding the process, contact us!
For Stage 3 - “Show Cause” meetings:
*The focus should be to support you to improve results and continue your studies
* You can object to being in Stage 3 or the conditions put on your enrolment
* You have only 10 days after the notification to book your Show Cause meeting and fill in the “UPC Form”
* You can appeal a Show Cause decision or go straight to appeal
* You need to fill in this form BEFORE your Show Cause meeting: Unsatisfactory Progress Committee (UPC) show cause meeting and form information
During the show cause or appeal process, you can:
* Share your side of the story in the session and in writing before
* Have a support person like an LTSU Advocate present
* Request a disability support worker or interpreter attend the session
HOW TO CONTACT LTSU ADVOCATES:
latrobesu.org.au/advocacy
ltsu.advocacy@latrobe.edu.au
(03) 9479 2469
La Trobe Student Union acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands, skies and waterways across Australia. We recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. We are committed to supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people in our care to connect to their cultures, countries and communities.
La Trobe Student Union supports the LGBTIQ+ community and celebrates diversity.
