We hope that preparations for your upcoming semester one formal exams and assessments in January are going smoothly.
As we near the start of the formal exam and assessment period, it is important to 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:
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before your exam is due to start and listen carefully to the invigilator’s instructions. Announcements will be made outside the exam room and again inside the room, once you’re seated
- Enter exam rooms silently and place your bags and coats in the area indicated by the invigilators, these items are not permitted at your desk
- Ensure your mobile phone, smart watch, earbuds and any other devices are turned off and either placed in your bag or under your desk. Devices must not remain on your person or in your pocket even when switched off
- Place your photo ID card on your desk (student ID card, driving license, passport, or biometric residence permit)
- 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
- 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, headphones, mobile phone or any internet-enabled device
- Communicate with other students in the exam room
- 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: Guidance on the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology in learning, teaching and 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.
More details on what to expect on the day of your exams is available here.
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. Please read the University’s Additional Considerations Policy for further information.
Additional resources
If you have any queries about the details of your assessments, please contact your School Office.