Approach your feedback with an open mind and positive attitude – see it as an opportunity to develop and grow. Make sure that you carefully read through all your feedback. Take notes as you read with the aim of identifying your areas of strength and weakness. You could look again at the assessment instructions and marking criteria to see how your feedback relates to these. Another step would be to compare with previous feedback if you can so you can see if there are any areas where you have improved or if there are consistent issues. It is important that you use your feedback to create a plan for how to improve future submissions.

First, you should read over your feedback. Next, consider your feedback in relation to the assessment criteria to see the extent to which you have fulfilled the requirements for the assessment. If you are still unclear why you have received your mark, approach the relevant member of staff for clarification.

There are various ways to contact a member of staff. You could:

• speak to a staff member face-to-face, at the beginning/end of a lecture or tutorial to either make an appointment or to answer a quick query;
• email the staff member to either receive a reply to your query or to set up a meeting; or,
• check to see if the staff member has office hours, that is dedicated time slots for meeting students

It is important for you to know that staff value students being proactive in their learning and would be happy to clarify any assessment criteria or feedback. Your Programme Student Representative may also be able to give some tips on how to ask for clarification.

It is important that you understand your feedback and know how to apply it to your future assessments. If you are uncertain how to progress your work, it is a good idea to approach a member of staff to discuss your feedback. Additionally, the university offers services such as the Learner Development Services to enhance your learning via one-on-one consultations, workshops and self-access materials. Read more about the Learner Development Services.

You can make an appointment with Learner Development Services through MyPlace or by emailing learner.development@strath.ac.uk.

You can contact the Disability and Wellbeing Service by phoning 0141 548 3402 or by emailing them at disability-wellbeing@strath.ac.uk to arrange an appointment. View a full list of the services offered by the Disability & Wellbeing Team.

Contact the relevant member of staff as soon as you become aware that you are unable to meet the deadline, request an extension via Myplace and submit personal circumstances via Pegasus Be aware that evidence of any personal circumstances may be required.

Get advice on managing the stress associated with examinations through the Disability & Wellbeing Services' Guide to stress free exams. In addition, view a full list of the University student support and development services available.