Explanation for the determination of a grade

Students at the following faculties can request an explanation for their grade in Studentweb. Exceptions are informed by student e-mail:

• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Education and International Studies
• Faculty of Technology, Art and Design

The following students must use nettskjema to request an explanation for their grade. Your requirement of explanation is processed at the faculty:

• Faculty of Social Sciences

In connection with written examinations, a request for an explanation must be submitted within one week from when the grade was announced. Grades are announced in Studentweb three weeks after your exam. If you want to request an explanation for your grade in connection with oral examinations or assessment of practical skills, you will have to contact the examiner or lecturer immediately after the grade is announced.

When will I receive the explanation?

You will normally receive the explanation within two weeks after you have submitted your request. The explanation shall state the general principles on which the assessment was based and explain the assessment of your performance. 

Explanations may be given orally or in writing at the examiner’s discretion.

If you need help with any of the following, please contact your faculty:

• Registration for and withdrawal from an exam
• Oral and practical exams
• Illness during an exam
• Exam results
• Explanation for and appeal against the determination of a grade
• Diploma and transcript of records
• Special arrangements of the daily routines of student life
• Contact your faculty

The Examination office can help you with the following:

• Practical questions about exams with invigilation
• Special arrangements in connection with exams
• Help with submission of exams in Inspera
• Contact the Examination Office via email