Frequently asked questions about exams

I will have an exam in Silurveien. How does it take place?

• This is how the written exam with invigilation takes place.

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What kind of exam should I take?

The type of exam and how it is carried out differs from subject to subject. The exam is described in the program plan and course plans for your study programme. Log in from student.oslomet.no to find your program plan.

What do I do if I get sick during the exam?

• If you are ill on the actual exam day, you must contact your doctor to obtain a medical certificate. This must be delivered within a week of the exam/submission deadline, and must be delivered to your information centre. If you do not provide a medical certificate, you will be registered with "not met" and use up one examination attempt.

• Read more about absence, illness and withdrawal.

• What do I do if I get sick during the exam?
  If you are ill on the actual exam day, you must contact your doctor to obtain a medical certificate. This must be delivered within a week of the exam/submission deadline, and must be delivered to your information centre. If you do not provide a medical certificate, you will be registered with "not met" and use up an attempt.

• Remember to register for the postponed exam if you have been approved for absence!

How many attempts do I have for an exam?

You normally have three attempts at each exam. There are some exceptions, the exceptions will be stated in the program plan for the study or in the course plan for each individual course.

Can I get special arrangements for the exam?

• You can apply for special arrangements for the exam. The deadlines to apply are September 15th and February 1st.

• Read more about special arrangements for the exam.

What do I do if I fail the exam?

• If you fail the exam, you must register yourself for a new and postponed exam. If you fail on this exam as well, you normally have to wait until the next regular exam.

• Read more about failing the exam.

When will I receive the results of the exam?

• Usually, the examination deadline for written exams is 3 weeks. For master's theses, the examination deadline is 6 weeks.

• Read more about the grading system and censorship.

• For oral/practical exams, the result comes on the same day or when all candidates have finished.

Can I appeal a grade?

• It is possible to appeal a grade, but familiarize yourself with what it means before you complain. Remember that if you complain, it is the grade after complaint processing that will stand. It can be better or worse than your original character.

• Read more about appeals.

• It is usually not possible to complain about a grade in an oral/practical exam.

Can I complain about procedural errors?

• It is possible to complain about procedural errors. 

• Read more about appeals.