Before each on-campus written exam, you will need to request your adaptations so they can be approved. Find out what applies for each course – how and when to apply. If you register too late, you might have to take the exam without your adaptations.
If you have registered for an adapted assessment, but are prevented from attending, you need to notify whoever has arranged the exam and the person you submitted your application to.
Common adaptations for on-campus written examinations
- extra time (usually 25% more)
- writing exams on a computer with speech synthesis and special spelling program
- sitting the exam in a smaller group.
Less common adaptations for on-campus written examinations
- sitting the exam in a private room
- physical aids such as adjustable furniture.
Other adaptations for on-campus written examinations
If other types of adaptations have been recommended for you, such as one of the below, discuss them with your tutor in advance. Ideally at the start of your course.
- Oral instead of written examination.
- Additional oral component to a written exam. Usually takes place with the examiner directly after the written examination. You will have the chance to explain and develop your answers
- Dividing the exam into two components taken on separate occasions. This may be suitable if the exam will be longer than five hours.