My name is Lauren and I am a second year law student at the University of the West of England. 

On the 15th of January my dad suddenly passed away which was a shock to all. As his next of kin I have had to organise his funeral, his estate, inform family members globally and travel from Bristol to Manchester to empty his apartment. 

To qualify for an extension you need to be: pregnant, a carer or disabled.

I do not qualify. 

I did not expect to lose my dad at the age of 22, but I did expect to always be supported by my university.

Please sign this petition and urge UWE to create a bereavement policy so that students can feel fully supported whilst completing their degree.