Need to know information about exams| University of Reading

What do I need to know?

We know that sitting your exams can be stressful and we want to help and support you as much as we can, so we have produced a comprehensive document that details everything that you will need to know about exams.

Please familiarise yourself with full details of examination arrangements you will also find key information below.

Please use the Ask a Question service for any Exam related enquiries you have. You can also call the Exams team directly on 0118 378 5522.

Key Information

What do I need to do before my exam?

Exam timetable

Ensure that you familiarise yourself with your personal exam timetable which is available on RISIS. Exam period dates.

Location of exams

Make sure you familiarise yourself with the location of your exam. Written papers will be held at the venue shown on your personal timetable on RISIS. If you are unfamiliar with the campus, make sure you arrive early to give yourself plenty of time to find the venue.

Know what is and isn’t allowed

Every year, we catch students breaking the rules. Ignorance is no excuse. If you are caught breaking the rules for whatever reason, it will be considered cheating and you will face academic misconduct procedures.

Your candidate number

You should print or save a copy of your timetable for reference. You will need your 5-digit candidate number (which is shown on the top right-hand corner of your timetable) in all of your exams.

What should I do if I can't attend the exam because I am unwell?

If you are due to sit an exam but feel ill, you should go to your doctor for treatment; please advise the doctor that you are due to sit an exam. Contact your Support Centre who will explain the next steps you need to take, and guide you through the Assessment Adjustments PREC process.

If there are circumstances which you think might affect or have affected your performance in exams or assessment, please refer to the Assessment Adjustments PREC Guidance and inform your Academic Tutor. Further details regarding how to submit a PREC form: Assessment Adjustments Guidance.

Guide to sitting your examinations