As we near the start of the semester one examination and assessment period, it is important that, as a university, we remind you that we expect the highest level of academic integrity from you and every student in our community.
By now you should have completed the KnowHow tutorial on academic integrity to ensure you are fully aware of what it entails and why it is so important. If you haven’t completed the tutorial, we would encourage you to do so at the earliest opportunity.
We ask you to consider the below points in particular.
Please:
- 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 must 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
- 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 are 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.