Section 3: Short-term Illness and other Extenuating Circumstances How UCL supports students who experience sudden, unexpected difficulties which affect their performance at assessment Quick Guide: How to apply Find out how to apply for Extenuating Circumstances. Submit your EC claims via Portico Navigate to the MyStudies tab and click on My Extenuating Circumstances Student FAQs Frequently asked questions for students relating to ECsOnline, our new EC system on Portico Extenuating Circumstances Procedure Read the full Extenuating Circumstances regulations Delayed Assessment Scheme Read about the entitlement to pre-determined flexibility for Taught students. Grounds for Extenuating Circumstances Find out what types of circumstances are covered.