The first semester exams start next week on Monday 16 January and will continue until Friday 27 January, including Saturday 21 January.
Individual exam timetables can be viewed via your SUSSED account. The timetables show you the definitive time, date, location and seat number for your exams. You should ensure that you know where the exam room is in advance, to prevent last minute panic and to avoid being late. Have a look at the Examination room plans and the campus map, to familiarise yourself.
Please note: if exams are cancelled due to extraordinary circumstances (for instance inclement weather, sudden loss of exam venues) they may be rescheduled to any other day within term time at short notice. You should bear this in mind if you plan to leave the campus as you risk being unable to complete your required assessment. This may mean that you are unable to progress your academic studies. For details of term dates please see the Term Dates Calendar.
Read through the instructions for exam candidates to ensure that you know what to do and what to expect. If you require a dictionary during an exam, read the policy regarding dictionary use.
If you are prevented from attending any examination by some urgent cause other than illness, you must inform your student office as soon as is practicable.
What should you do if you feel ill?
You should not start or continue your exam if you are feeling ill. If you are feeling ill before your exam, you should notify your student office as soon as possible. They may be able to arrange for you to re-take your exam when you are feeling better, or during the supplementary exam period.
If you feel ill during your exam, you should attract the attention of an invigilator by raising your hand and explain that you are feeling unwell. You can find more information here.
Where should I study?
The Hartley Library is operating 24 hours a day and there are plenty of alternative spaces where you can study. The Students’ Union have compiled a complete list for your information.
What support is there during exams?
If you feel you may need support during your exams please click here to view the various options offered by the Union Southampton Advice Centre.
On Wednesday 11 January, Enabling Services are running two workshops to help manage exam stress and to help you best prepare. These sessions will cover top tips and tricks to help you keep calm and ace those exams! Open to all students, there is no need to pre-book or register. Feel free to simply join in on the day.
- Managing Exam Anxiety from 13:30 – 14:15 in House 28 University Road, Highfield Campus.
- Exam Preparations and Techniques from 14:30 – 15:15 in House 28 University Road, Highfield Campus.
If you have any queries regarding exams, email the exams team.
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