Exams

There are three main University formal assessment (exam) periods each academic year, as outlined below:

  • Semester 1 Diet - December
  • Semester 2 Diet - April/May
  • Summer Diet (often resits) - July/August

Students must be available for exams during all three of the exam periods unless you already have an exam board decision that allows you to progress to the next year of study or that advises that you have completed all requirements for your programme. You must not book any holidays that fall into these periods.  The dates for each exam period can be found on our key dates page.

Top three things to think about before your exams (other than revising!)

1. Photo ID & registration number

You must take physical photo ID to each exam. ID on a mobile phone is not acceptable. Examples of acceptable ID can be found in the 'Your exams - what you need to do' section. You also need to know your registration number.

2. Know where you're going!

Your exams could be in rooms or buildings you have never been to before. Take some time before the exam to find the building and the room to make sure you can get there on time on the day!

3. Need reasonable adjustments?

If you have a disability, long-term health condition, mental health condition, or specific learning difficulty (such as dyslexia), ensure that your department knows early in the academic year so they can support you.

Your exams - what you need to do

What to expect

Students with reasonable adjustments

Exam timetable FAQs

Exam problems - what if I'm ill or late or ...?

Results FAQs