Request a Break in Learning

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To request a ***Break in Learning,*** on the left hand side of your screen select the '**My Study Changes**' tab as shown below.

The 'My Study Changes' screen will load as shown below. Here you will locate all policies and explanations for each type of study change request. To continue requesting your ***Break in Learning***, select "**Submit change to study request**" as shown below.

Next, click the "**Request Type**" dropdown and select "**Break in Learning**" so that, the field will fill in with your request as shown below. Once you have selected "**Break in Learning**", click the blue "**Continue**" button to move onto the next stage of your request.

Next, you will need to confirm that you have spoken with the relevant teams before submitting your application. 1. Select the first tick box so that it infills, to confirm that **you have sought advice** regarding your request to apply for a **Break in Learning**. 2. Select the second tick box so this infills, to **confirm that you have spoken with a staff member within Student Experience or Student Success.** 3. Next, you must **confirm the name of the Staff Member** with whom you have discussed a Break in Learning, by selecting the text box and entering the **Name of the staff member you have spoken with**. 4. Once you have completed the above, you need to select the last tick box to **confirm that that you have read the Arden Assurance Document** and that you understand what is within this document. After you have completed all of the above, click the blue "**Continue**" button to proceed with your request

Next you will be asked to provide some more information about the reason your are requesting a **Break in Learning**. 1. Select the **first dropdown** and **select your reason** for wanting to take a *Break in Learning*. 2. Next, click the **second dropdown** and select how soon you would like your Break in Learning to begin. ***For example:* As soon as possible / Next Semester or Trimester (specific study period) / Next Academic Year**.

Next, you will be required to select a date you would like your Break in Learning to **Begin & Finish.** 1. Select each drop down (*Day, Month & Year*) to **confirm the date you would like your Break in Learning to begin.** 2. Next, select each drop down (*Day, Month & Year*) to **confirm when you would like to return to your studies.** ***Please Remember****: you are only able to take **a minimum of 6 months** to **a maximum of 12 months** break in learning.* *If you do decide to take **12 months**, please remember this is the maximum time you can take for **the whole duration of your programme**, and you will not be able to apply for a second Break in Learning in the future.*

When applying for a Break in Learning **you are required to submit supporting evidence** and your request will be reviewed by our Student Affairs Committee. 1. To upload your supporting evidence, select the blue "**Upload Files**" button, next select "**Browse Computer**" to locate the file you would like to upload. Once you have selected the correct file, this should then upload. If you have uploaded all your evidence, select close and this will take you back to the screen shown below, and '0' will update to reflect how many documents you have uploaded. 2. If you do not have any supporting evidence and this has been discussed with a member of staff, please provide as much information as possible within the "**Additional Comments**" field, including the staff member you have spoken with regarding this. ***If you do not upload supporting evidence, it will be mandatory to complete the "Additional Comments" section.*** Once you have completed this section, select the blue "**Continue**" button which will take you to the next section of the application.

You will then be asked to confirm the information you have submitted in your request. 1. **Check over this information** to ensure everything you have entered is **correct**. *If you have made an error or would like to update any of the information, you can do this by selecting "Back"*. 2. After you have read over the details you have input and you are satisfied that these are *all correct*, **select the tick box** as shown below **to confirm that the details** you have entered are **correct**. Once you have completed the above steps, click the blue "**Continue"** button shown below.

After selecting "**Continue**" you will receive this message to confirm that your change in study request has been submitted. **This means that your request for a Break in Learning has been sent to the relevant team**. Next, select the blue "**Exit**" button - this will then re-direct you back to your student portal.

Once you have submitted your request you will **receive an email to your student email address** to confirm that **your request has been received**. It will look something like the email shown below. Once your application has been reviewed by the Student Affairs Committee, you will receive a **second email** to confirm the **outcome** of your Break in Learning request. So please do ensure that you are checking your student emails. *Please note: if your Break in Learning is approved, access to your iLearn account will be blocked until your return. If you wish to return earlier than the agreed date, you can contact your Student Support team via email to request this.*

If you have any questions or queries regarding your request for a Break in Learning, please do not hesitate to contact your relevant **Student Support team**. You can reach them via : - **Live Chat**. (You can access this via ilearn or student student portal) - **Raise a Support Ticket** on your landing page. - **Student Hub** on your landing page via, contact information.