Important info on exams and other assessments

Published: 11 April 2017

Information for students and staff, from the University Senate. What not to take into exams, what to do if affected by illness, and more.

FAO Students

If you are due to take exams this April-May, please take a few minutes to read this important information (PDF).

The document covers:

  • Prohibited materials in examination rooms
  • What to do if an illness or other circumstance prevents you from attending an exam or handing in an assessment, or affects your performance in them.

FAO Staff

Message from Professor John Briggs, Clerk of Senate and Vice Principal

Please visit the link above to note the information that has been provided to students. 

We are continuing to reinforce the importance of submitting Good Cause Claims within 7 days of the affected assessment, to try and reduce the numbers delaying release of information on mitigating circumstances until after Exam Boards. I would therefore be grateful if you could support us in conveying this message by reminding any of your students who may be affected by adverse circumstances of the University's procedures. This will help to ensure that students are treated consistently.

Thank you.

John Briggs


First published: 11 April 2017