MSc Mathematics and the Foundations of Computer Science (2025-2026 Entry)
6. Examinations and Assessments
6.4. Submission Deadlines
The calendar of important dates (Appendix A) gives the expected submission deadlines for the mini projects, dissertation and viva examinations.
It is vital that you submit your work by the given deadline as any late submission will be reported to the Proctors and the following penalties will apply:
| Lateness of submission | Penalty (USMs) |
| Up to 4 hours | 1 |
| 4–24 hours | 10 |
| 24–48 hours | 20 |
| 48–72 hours | 30 |
| 72 hours - 14 days | 35 |
| More than 14 days late | Fail |
Please see the examination conventions and the Oxford Student website (http://www.ox.ac.uk/students/academic/exams/submission) for advice on what to do if you are unable to submit your work on time due to medical emergency or other urgent cause. If you are granted an extension, please be aware that this will likely result in delaying your results.