Assessments
Extensions
Penalties apply for submissions not made by the specified due dates. See the Late Penalties and Extensions Policy.
Extensions may be granted in limited circumstances. Complete the Application for Assignment Extension form, and email to registrar@ptc.edu.au or hand in at the College office during office hours.
Please do not ask your lecturer for an extension, as this is the responsibility of the Extensions Officer. However, do ensure that your lecturer knows if you have received an extension.
Exams can be rescheduled in limited circumstances. A rescheduled exam ordinarily still takes place during the exam period.
It is possible to fail an assessment item and still pass a unit. However, failure to submit an assessment item at all will result in an automatic fail for that unit.
Essays
The format for assessments is set down in the Australian College of Theology Manual. An essay writing seminar is offered during first semester.
The style guide for the Reformed Theological Review can also be helpful: RTR style guide
RTR also has an Endnote style which students can adapt to requirements: RTR Endnote style
Plagiarism
All assessments must represent the student’s own work, thought and expression, except in matters of common knowledge or general opinion. Plagiarism is significant academic misconduct and will be treated in accordance with the Academic Misconduct Policy.
Results
Assessment feedback can usually be found in PTConline. Official results will be in Paradigm, the student management system of the ACT. The ACT Paradigm guide may help: Paradigm access - view your enrolment and results online.
Grading System
PTC uses the following grading system:
0-49% - Fail
50-57% - Pass
58-64% - Pass+
65-74% - Credit
75-84% - Distinction
85+% - High Distinction
Appeals
Students have the right to appeal against a mark awarded in an essay or examination. Before formally appealing, first speak either to the lecturer concerned or to the Academic Dean. See the ACT Grievance Resolution Polices for Domestic and Overseas Students and the PTC Grievance Resolution Policy.
Academic Freedom
PTC's Academic Freedom Policy can be viewed here: Academic Freedom Policy.
Policies
Late Penalties and Extensions Policy
ACT Academic Misconduct Policy
ACT Grievance Resolution Policy for Domestic Students