Students' Examination Handbook
Please note that these pages are intended to explain to students the many rules and regulations concerning examinations, assessment and rules for progression.
They are not meant to replace those rules and regulations. In cases of doubt the rules and regulations will take precedence. Both documents are available to download in their entirety:
They are not meant to replace those rules and regulations. In cases of doubt the rules and regulations will take precedence. Both documents are available to download in their entirety:
Introduction
- This booklet is a brief guide to students about exams and assessment. Please make sure you familiarise yourself with its contents. Ignorance of exam and assessment requirements will not be accepted as an excuse for poor or incomplete performance. If in doubt, ask. Sources of information are listed in the Appendix.
- Despite the apprehension exams cause for most students they are a fact of University life and form a major part of the overall assessment of student performance. The purpose of this booklet is to explain the chief features of the exam and assessment system at Aberystwyth for your benefit and ultimately that of the University. After all, the more you understand about it, the more opportunities you have to get the best out of your studies and to perform to the best of your ability.