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Examination Regulations

 

The University recognises the value of examinations as part of a flexible teaching and learning process. Accordingly, the University has devised the following regulations in order to ensure that formal examinations are an effective and efficient means of assessing

students, as well as maximising the use of University resources in the assessment process.

 

The following is an abbreviated version of the Examinations Policy. For further information on the Examinations Policy, please contact the Examinations Office.

 

1. Organisation of Examinations

 

Examination Days

The Academic Calendar comprises two 14 week semesters of 12 teaching weeks, two one-week periods free from class contact

and finally a two-week examination period.

During the two-week examination period, Saturdays may be used if necessary.

 

Students shall not be required to take more than two examinations per day.

 

Duration of Examinations

Examinations do not normally exceed two hours. In the minority of cases that they do, the relevant School has demonstrated to the

University that it is necessary to do so.

 

Reading Time

There is a mandatory ten-minute reading time for each examination, which does not count as part of the duration of the exam. A two-hour examination will consist of ten minutes reading time followed by two hours duration.

 

Venue

Examinations will be conducted in suitable venues, in terms of size, temperature, lighting and noise levels.

 

Examination Aids

The use of any examination aids (for example calculators) will be noted on the examination paper, as advised by the examiner setting the paper.

 

Examination Scripts

Students have the right to view their examination scripts, providing a formal request is made in writing to the School within 20 working

days of the publication of results.

 

Provisions for Students with Disabilities or Medical Conditions

The University can make appropriate arrangements for students with disabilities or medical conditions. For more information, see Equity Examinations.

 

2. During the Examination

 

  • - Students must obey the Supervisor's instructions throughout the examination.

  • - Students will be allowed into the venue five minutes prior to the commencement of the examination.

  • - Unless otherwise directed by the Supervisor, all bags, textbooks, notes, etc., must be placed at the front of the room.

  • - Mobile phones or any other communication devices must be turned off and placed in the student's bag prior to the commencement of

  • the examination.

  • - All hats and caps are to be removed and placed in bags.

  • - All students must provide their Student ID card and place it on the desk in front of them. (Please refer below for procedure if no Student ID card is provided).

  • - Students may not start writing in the answer booklet until advised by the Supervisor. They can make notes during the reading time.

  • - If a student thinks there is an error or omission in the examination paper, they can bring this to the attention of the Supervisor, who will contact the Examinations Office for clarification.

  • - Students requiring material should raise a hand until attended.

  • - During the examination, students are not allowed to communicate amongst themselves, or in any improper way attempt to obtain assistance.

  • - Late students will not be allowed into the examination venue after the first hour has elapsed.

  • - Students may not leave the venue within the first hour or the last fifteen minutes of the examination.

  • - Students who have left the examination venue, will not be allowed to return unless they have been under approved supervision for the period of their absence. (e.g. to go to the bathroom)

  • - If during an examination the student is found in possession of unauthorised material they could face disciplinary action. 'In possession' means on, or next to the student's desk or chair, in or on their clothing, on their body (or in their wallet or purse).

  • - Irregular practices by a student may result in a fail grade and possible expulsion from the University.

  • - Students must hand in their examination script with their name written on it, even if they have may not have completed any of the paper.

  • - Students may not leave the examination venue until advised by the Supervisor.

  • - All Curtin University students are expected to provide their Student ID card at all examinations.

  • - It is mandatory for all students sitting examinations to be in possession of their ID card, however in cases where you have lost your ID

  • card, you may provide photographic identification such as a driver's licence or passport until you can obtain a new ID card.

  • - If students do not have their Student ID card they can sit the examination, but must complete a student declaration declaring that they are the student enrolled in that unit.