Important: assessment conduct and academic misconduct

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As we near the start of the Semester 2 examination and assessment period, it is important that, as a university, we remind you that we expect the highest level of academic integrity from you and every student in our community.

By now you should have completed the KnowHow tutorial on academic integrity to ensure you are fully aware of what it entails and why it is so important. If you haven’t completed the tutorial, we would encourage you to do so at the earliest opportunity.

We ask you to consider the following points in particular.

Please:

  • Enter exam rooms silently and place your bags and coats in the area indicated by the invigilators

  • Ensure your mobile phone, smart watch and any other device is turned off and is either placed in your bag or under your desk. Devices must not remain on your person or in your pocket

  • Place your student ID card on your desk

  • Ensure that you do not take any notes, paper or other unauthorised material to your desk

  • Bring any writing equipment in a transparent pencil case

  • Listen to and follow the invigilator’s instructions. Announcements will be made before the exam begins, inside and outside the exam room

  • Raise your hand if you have a question for the invigilator and wait until they come to your desk

You must not:

  • make use of, or copy, material or the papers of another student

  • wear a smartwatch, mobile phone or any internet-enabled device

  • communicate with other students in the exam hall

  • get assistance with your work from sources other than your tutors, whether it’s directly or indirectly

  • assist other students, either directly or indirectly

  • use generative artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT during PC exams. You must only access web resources which are permitted as part of the assessment. Website access during online examinations is monitored. For guidance on the University’s position on the use of generative artificial intelligence tools within coursework assignments please visit: University Guidance on the use of Generative Artificial Intelligence by students and staff, in learning, teaching, and assessment (liverpool.ac.uk)

  • impersonate another student or knowingly allow yourself to be impersonated.

In the event that a module coordinator or invigilator suspects a student of having breached these regulations, the matter may be referred for consideration under the University’s academic misconduct procedures. It is important to familiarise yourself with our Code of Practice on Assessment.

Travelling to campus in time for assessments

Formal assessments are an essential part of your education and you are expected to attend any scheduled in-person (in an exam room on campus) assessments unless you are prevented from doing so by illness or other extenuating circumstances.

Additional resources

If you have any queries about the details of your assessments, please contact your School Office.

Your wellbeing during the exam and assessment period

We know that the exam and assessment period can be a stressful time for many of our students. We are always here to offer help if you need it and we have a wide range of services you can access, from appointments with our dedicated counselling team through to self-help reading and advice.

You can find the team in the Student Life centre in the Alsop Building on University Square or make contact via phone on 0151 795 1000. Alternatively, you can visit the Student Services website for information on how to book appointments.

The University also provides additional 24-hour support through Health Assured. You can contact Health Assured by calling 0800 028 3766 at any time, or you can download the Health Assured app which has lots of useful information.

In addition, we have a range of self-help resources that cover a number of different topics including anxiety, depression, and stress.

Further information on wellbeing support available to you can be found in our recent news piece: Everything you need to know about Semester 2 exams and assessments.

KnowHow

Preparation is key when it comes to approaching your exams and assessments with confidence. We would recommend you access the online tutorials provided by our KnowHow team to help you prepare for your assessments. You can access the tutorials via the KnowHow Study for Success module on Canvas:

Liaison Librarian

Finally, it’s worth noting that the Liaison Librarian for your subject can offer specialist subject support when researching for your assignments. You can book an online appointment with a Liaison Librarian online.

We wish you the very best of luck in the coming weeks!