Assessment Conduct and Academic Misconduct

As we near the start of our assessment and examination period, we would like to remind to students that the University expects the highest level of academic integrity from every member of our community.

You should have completed the KnowHow tutorial on academic integrity to ensure you are fully aware of what this entails and why it is so important.

Please consider the following points in particular.

You should:

  • Enter exam rooms silently and place your bags and coats in the area indicated by the invigilators
  • Ensure your mobile phone, smart watch and any other device is turned off and is either placed in your bag or under your desk. Devices must not remain on your person or in your pocket
  • Place your student ID card on your desk
  • Ensure that you do not take any notes, paper or other unauthorised material to your desk
  • Bring any writing equipment in a transparent pencil case
  • Listen to and follow the invigilator’s instructions. Announcements will be made before the exam begins, inside and outside the exam room
  • Raise your hand if you have a question for the invigilator and wait until they come to your desk

You should not:

  • make use of, or copy, material or the papers of another student
  • wear a smartwatch, mobile phone or any internet-enabled device
  • communicate with other students in the exam hall
  • get assistance with your work from sources other than your tutors, whether it’s directly or indirectly
  • assist other students, either directly or indirectly
  • use generative artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT during PC exams. You must only access web resources which are permitted as part of the assessment. Website access during online examinations is monitored. For guidance on the University’s position on the use of generative artificial intelligence tools within coursework assignments please visit: Student Briefing: Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology in Summative Assessments (liverpool.ac.uk)
  • impersonate another student or knowingly allow yourself to be impersonated.

In the event that a module coordinator or invigilator suspects a student of having breached these regulations, the matter may be referred for consideration under the University’s academic misconduct procedures. It is important to familiarise yourself with our Code of Practice on Assessment.

Travelling to campus in time for assessments

Formal assessments are an essential part of your education and you will be expected to attend any scheduled in-person (in an exam room on campus) assessments unless you are prevented from doing so by illness or other extenuating circumstances.

Additional resources

If you have any queries about the details of your assessments, please contact your School Office.

There is a wide range of support you can access at any time as a University of Liverpool student. If you need support please contact advice@liverpool.ac.uk or you can book an appointment using our online hub. The University also provides additional 24-hour support through Health Assured. You can contact Health Assured by calling 0800 028 3766 at any time, or you can download the Health Assured app which has lots of useful information.

KnowHow

KnowHow provides access to online tutorials to help you prepare for assessments. Access the tutorials via the KnowHow Study for Success module on Canvas:

Liaison Librarian

The Liaison Librarian for your subject can offer specialist subject support when researching for your assignments. You can book an online appointment with a Liaison Librarian online.

We wish you the very best of luck in the coming weeks!

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