Policy on items permitted and not permitted during exams. Items Not Permitted Both the University and the College of Science and Engineering have exam policies to prevent unauthorised access to any material that could give an advantage to any student. Items not permitted include: Dictionaries Reference books Computers Calculators - unless specifically permitted for an exam, in which case see the list of authorised calculators below Calculators or watches that can store text Mobile phones, PDAs, or other electronic devices During examinations mobile phones must be switched off. Items permitted in exam room PDF (689 KB) Authorised calculators For some examinations you may use a calculator from the list below. Invigilators may inspect these at any time during exams. It is each student's responsibility to ensure that they remember to bring their calculator to the exam, and that its batteries are in good working order. Invigilators cannot provide calculators, nor will they be able to help if the batteries fail. Make Model Casio fx85 Any version, e.g. fx85WA, fx85MS Casio fx83 Any version, e.g. fx83GT, GT Plus Casio fx82 Any version Sharp EL-531 Any version Texas Instruments TI-30 Any version The following models are recommended for students with dyslexia. Casio fx-83GTPLUS Casio fx-85GTPLUS Please note this list was correct at May 2023. It is occasionally reviewed and may be revised for future exam diets. Exceptions Students taking courses where dictionaries, reference books, computers, calculators, electronic devices or any other material is an integral part of the assessment process. These exceptional arrangements require examiner authorisation and are recorded in the exam’s instructions. If items are specified in a student’s learning profile - as assessed by the Student Disability Service Student Disability Service Adjustments and Special Circumstances This article was published on 2024-06-17
