Sick Notes for MUN Students
Memorial University of Newfoundland has specific requirements for medical documentation. Whether you're on the St. John's campus, Grenfell (Corner Brook), or Marine Institute, here's what you need.
MUN Requirements
- Short absences (1-3 days): Self-declaration may be accepted (check your faculty)
- Exam deferrals: Medical certificate required
- Extended absences (5+ days): Medical certificate required
- Multiple deferrals in one term: Additional documentation may be needed
What Your Note Must Include
1. Physician's name and CPSNL registration number
2. Date of assessment
3. Dates of illness/incapacity
4. Statement that you were unable to attend exam/classes
5. Physician's signature
Getting a Note During Exams
The problem: During December and April exams, St. John's walk-in clinics are overwhelmed. Wait times exceed 5 hours.
Online option: MedLetter provides same-day notes meeting all MUN requirements:
- $49 flat fee
- CPSNL-registered physician
- Emailed within hours
- Meets all faculty requirements
Faculty-Specific Notes
- Engineering/Science: May require specific dates and duration
- Medicine/Nursing: Stricter documentation requirements
- Arts/Business: Standard medical certificate sufficient
- Marine Institute: May require fitness-to-return for practical courses
Tips
- Submit through MUN's official deferral process (not just to your professor)
- Keep copies of all documentation
- Apply for deferral ASAP — don't wait until the deadline
- One note can cover multiple exams on the same day
[Get your MUN exam deferral note →](/intake)