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Instructions for what to do before, during and at the end of the exam. Any students who fail to follow the exam rules may lose marks, receive a fine or even face suspension.
Students should aim to arrive at least 20 minutes before the start of the exam. You will only be permitted entry into the exam venue up to 15 minutes after the scheduled start of the exam.
For digital exams, make sure you know your College PC log-in details in advance. Contact the IT service helpdesk, if you need help.
You are allowed the following items:
You are not allowed the following items at your exam desk:
If you bring any of these items to the exam venue then they must be left in the area designated for personal belongings. The College is not responsible for the security of any items left in the designated areas and you are advised not to bring valuable items.
py with no notes or unauthorised content.
Where a marker finds a script illegible, reasonable attempts will be made to identify another member of staff who is able to decipher the handwriting.
If the second member of staff is also unable to decipher the script, it will be forwarded to the Senior Exams and Awards Manager.
If, after scrutiny, the answers are still deemed illegible, the university accepts no responsibility and the indecipherable sections will not be marked.
Make sure you are prepared and have read the guidance before your exam day.
Make sure you are prepared and have read the guidance before your exam day.
Make sure you know the date, time and venue of your exam.
You should arrive at the venue at least 20 minutes before the start of your exam.
Make sure you bring your Student ID (smartcard) with you to your exam.
You are not permitted to have any electronic devices on you during an exam (even if you switch them off).
Prohibited electronic devices include (but are not limited to):
You must switch off all electronic devices and leave them at the side of the room in the designated area.
What to do if you experience problems before or on the day of your exam.
You cannot take your exam without a valid form of photo ID. If you do not have your student ID (smartcard) you can show your driving licence or your passport instead.
You will not be allowed to enter the exam venue more than 15 minutes after the start of an exam. If you miss your exam you should tell college Office.
If weather conditions make it impossible for you to attend an exam, then you will need to complete the Personal Extenuating Circumstances Form and produce a copy of a weather report and/or travel warnings covering the route and time frame. In these circumstances, contact college Office for further advice.
Alternative Arrangements, if your ability to take an exam is affected by:
If you become unwell during your exam and this results in you needing to leave without completing the paper, you are advised to notify your personal tutor or other appropriate staff of this within the same day wherever possible.
Some sanctions that can be applied for exam misconduct include, but are not limited to, a:
Some sanctions that can be applied for exam misconduct include, but are not limited to, a:
In addition to the above, or for less serious cases, students may also be issued with a caution (if the misconduct is deemed insignificant), or a written/final warning. Please note that any sanctions imposed may be recorded on your student file and could potentially be included in any future references you may require from the University.
The University normally regards the possession of a mobile phone/device or unauthorised notes to be serious exam misconduct, even if the device is switched off and there is no evidence of use or intent to use. The minimum penalty is usually a mark of zero for the exam.