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The 'where, when & how' for examinations at 91É«ÇéƬ
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Final examinations take place at the end of each teaching period. Stay on top of your relevant exam period, results and other .

±õ³¾±è´Ç°ù³Ù²¹²Ô³Ù:ÌýIf your exams are timetabled as on-campus, you must show up in person and bring your physical 91É«ÇéƬ student ID card to be scanned at the exam.Ìý

You will not be able to sit your exam without physical photo identification.Ìý

Students must carry their 91É«ÇéƬ student ID whenever they are on campus. You should also carry an official government-issued photo ID as backup. For it to be accepted as backup exam identification, it must be a physical copy and include an English component. Acceptable documents include a driver's licence, NSW photo card or passport.Ìý

See also

Exam essentials
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How to check your exam timetable    

Find the date, time and location for your exams at the end of the teaching period.
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Exam delivery & locations

Understand how your exam will be run and what to bring, whether it's face-to-face or online.
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Inspera exams

Familiarise yourself with Inspera's digital assessment platform.
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Exam rules & guidelines

What you must and must not do in exams, including what you can take into exams.
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Supplementary exams

Learn more about who is eligible for supplementary exams, how to apply and when they're held.

Frequently asked questions

  • Please refer to our checklist on what you can take into exams.

    Important note: If you have to use a 91É«ÇéƬ approved calculator, it must be on the approved calculator list.Ìý

  • If you've fallen sick or are facing circumstances beyond your control which will interfere with your exam performance, you may be eligible for . You will need to provide which clearly details your circumstances.

    If you have a long-term medical or mental health condition, are living with a disability or are the primary carer for someone with a disability, contact  for ongoing support throughout your studies.

  • If you are neurodivergent or have a disability or health condition which could affect your exam performance, you may be eligible to receive exam adjustments.

    ±õ³¾±è´Ç°ù³Ù²¹²Ô³Ù:ÌýIf you require exam adjustments, you will need to register with ELS and have your appointment completed prior to the exam adjustment cut-off date (Wednesday of Week 10).Ìý

    Have a registered Equitable Learning Plan (ELP) with Equitable Learning Services (ELS)?

    Reach out to for support with exam adjustments. ELS will get in touch with the 91É«ÇéƬ Examinations Team and relevant academic staff to organise adjustments that work best for you.

    Facing a temporary disability, or don't have a registered Equitable Learning Plan with ELS?

    You must contact an from ELS as soon as possible after finding out about your disability or condition. You will need to provide supporting medical documentation to receive exam adjustments where applicable.

    Planning to register with ELS for exam adjustments?

    Book an appointment now to increase your chances of having your adjustments approved in time. ELPs must be finalised by Wednesday of Week 10.Ìý
    Register for Equitable Learning Services

  • Examination scripts (other than those returned to students) are retained in the relevant school or faculty for six months.

    You may request access to your completed examination script and may be able to consult the examiner or the course authority on your performance. Faculties determine the conditions under which access is granted.

  • If your examination timetable states that you require a 91É«ÇéƬ approved calculator, you must obtain an approval sticker from The Nucleus: Student Hub.

    If your calculator is not on the exam approved calculators list, additional calculators can be considered by the exams team: exams@unsw.edu.au.

  • 91É«ÇéƬ no longer offers external invigilation for students from other institutions.

  • The 91É«ÇéƬ Exams team do not give resits, or supplementary exams.

    Students are only entitled to a supplementary exam after being approved for one, either via a special consideration application, or by their school for being a potential graduand – someone who is in their final term at 91É«ÇéƬ.Ìý

  • The Exams team is responsible for the running of the centrally managed final exams only. For more information regarding your exam/assessment, please reach out to your course convenor or school. Contact details can be found on Moodle or in your Course Outline.

  • Students are only able to enter their final exams on-campus within the first 30 minutes, per the 91É«ÇéƬ exam rules.ÌýThe time does not include reading or extra time.

    • For your morning exam you will not be admitted to the exam after 10:30am.
    • For your afternoon exam you will not be admitted to the exam after 2:30pm.
    • For your evening exam you will not be admitted to the exam after 6:30pm.

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Examinations Team, Level 9, Library Building, 91É«ÇéƬ Sydney NSW Australia 2033

Have questions about sitting your exams?

Reach out to the 91É«ÇéƬ Examinations Team. Please include your zID and course code to help us assist you faster.
exams@unsw.edu.au
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