Student Services

Withdrawal or interruption of studies

Before you begin

If you're sure you wish to withdraw from or interrupt your studies, and have read the information and advice for students thinking about withdrawal or interruption of studies, you will need to complete a withdrawal/interruption form.

Once you have completed the form, your details will be sent to a member of staff, who may request a meeting with you to discuss your options before proceeding.

If you are an international student, you will also need to discuss your request for withdrawal/interruption with a member of the International Student Advice Service, as a decision to withdraw/interrupt your studies may have serious implications on your right to remain in the country.

Terms and conditions - proceed with caution

Withdrawing from or interrupting your studies is a serious decision. You should only proceed if you have read and understood the following conditions:

How to withdraw or interrupt

On-campus undergraduate and postgraduate taught students 

To withdraw or interrupt from your programme of study, please submit a form through the Digital Student Centre. After you have submitted your form, your Faculty Retention and Success Officer will contact you by email.

On-campus postgraduate research students 

Information on interruption of studies and withdrawal for postgraduate research students can be found on pages 68 and 71 of the Postgraduate Research Student's & Supervisor's Handbook.

Partner College/Network College/Collaborative partner college students

You must download and complete the relevant withdrawal form below giving your details and the reason(s) you wish to leave.

Withdrawal and Interruption of studies forms available here (please select the appropriate form)