Special examination arrangements

The purpose of special arrangements is to ensure that students who require accommodations have the same opportunity as their fellow students to perform during examinations.

Alternative form of examination

An alternative form of examination may be considered when accommodations within the ordinary examination format are not sufficient.

Do you need to apply for an alternative form of examination? Please read the section "Documentation requirements" first. In the application form, you must explain why an alternative form of examination is necessary.

• Information and application forms can be found on your faculty’s webpage under Faculty-specific information about exams.
• Applications are processed by your faculty.

Submitting an answer paper in another language than Norwegian

You may apply to submit your answer paper in a language other than Norwegian, Swedish or Danish.

• Information and application forms can be found on your faculty’s webpage under Faculty-specific information about exams.
• Applications are processed by your faculty.

Oral/practical examinations

Do you need special arrangements for an oral or practical examination?

Please contact your faculty. They will assist you further, and the application will be processed by your faculty.
 

Extended time

Home exams lasting up to 7 days

Extended time for home exams without invigilation lasting up to 7 days is granted only for particularly compelling reasons.

Applications are processed by the Central Examination Office. You will receive a link to the application form by sending an email to the Examination Office.

The earlier you apply, the better assistance we can provide. We therefore recommend applying before:

• 1 September for the autumn semester
• 1 February for the spring semester

This ensures sufficient time to process applications and implement any necessary arrangements before your examination.

Home exams lasting more than 7 days

Do you need special arrangements for home exams lasting more than 7 days, semester assignments or other major coursework?

• Please contact your faculty. They will assist you further, and the application will be processed by your faculty.

Special arrangements of compulsory activities

Do you need special arrangements for assignments or other compulsory activities?

• Please contact your faculty.

The purpose of special arrangements is to ensure that students who require accommodations have the same opportunity as their fellow students to perform during examinations.

Examples of examination arrangements

• Extended time for written examinations with invigilation (school exams)
• Use of Word and/or Lingdys as reading and writing support software
• Secluded seating in the examination room

The list is not exhaustive.

Do you use a wheelchair or have reduced physical mobility?

Contact us at eksamen@oslomet.no, and we will ensure that you are placed in a room that is adapted to your needs and allows for safe evacuation.

Bilingual/multilingual dictionary

You may apply to use a bilingual or multilingual dictionary during a school exam.

Information and application forms can be found on your faculty’s webpage under Faculty-specific information about exams.

The dictionary must be submitted to your faculty’s Information Centre for approval. It will be checked by an invigilator on the day of the examination.

Please note: You are responsible for ensuring that the dictionary does not contain notes, bookmarks or other materials that may be considered cheating on the examination day, cf. the Regulations Relating to Studies and Examinations at OsloMet § 7-5 (lovdata.no).

Application form

The earlier you apply, the better assistance we can provide. We therefore recommend applying before:

• 1 September for the autumn semester
• 1 February for the spring semester

This ensures sufficient time to process applications and implement any necessary arrangements before your examination.

If you need to upload documentation after submitting your application

If you do not have documentation available when applying and need to upload it later, follow these steps:

1. Open the receipt email sent to your student email account when you submitted the application.
2. Log in to your application form using the link in the email.
3. Click "Edit response" at the top of the form.
4. Scroll down and select "Choose file" to upload documentation from your computer.
5. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click "Submit".

You will receive a confirmation email to your student email account once the form has been updated.

Application form

You will receive a link to the application form by sending an email to the Examination Office.

When will you receive a response?

If you apply within the recommended deadlines above, you will receive a written response within 15 working days.

For applications submitted after these dates, we aim to provide a response within 15 working days after the application is complete, including all required documentation and the self-declaration.

The decision will be sent via Digipost. You can also view it on Studentweb (fsweb.no) under "Upcoming events" or "Active courses".

Applications submitted without documentation will be rejected, and a rejection letter will be sent to your student email account.

Documentation

Each application is assessed individually. As part of your application, you must upload documentation from a doctor or other qualified professional. The documentation must clearly describe the challenges you face during examinations and what accommodations are required. Documentation must be uploaded as PDF or JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg). HEIC files are not supported.

Checklist for documentation

The documentation must include:

• Student’s full name and national identity number
• Signature and stamp from the doctor, or an electronic signature
• Description of the illness, condition and/or disability, and the limitations it causes during examinations
• Whether the condition is chronic, or its expected duration

If you are applying due to reading and writing difficulties, a comprehensive report or confirmation from a specialist, speech therapist or other qualified professional is required.

Self-declaration

As part of the application, you must complete a self-declaration.

In the self-declaration, you must describe how your condition affects you during examinations and what accommodations are needed. Even if your condition is documented by a professional, you must explain how you personally experience these challenges in the examination situation.

Documentation from doctors or other professionals is considered advisory and will be taken into account, but it is not binding. The accommodations granted may differ from those requested. A diagnosis alone does not automatically entitle a student to a specific accommodation.

Applications for accommodations in your everyday study life follow separate procedures and use a separate application form.

If you have elite athlete status through Olympiatoppen, you may apply to sit your examination at another location.

Please contact the Examination Office for further information regarding your examination.

Email: eksamen@oslomet.no

• Regulations Relating to Studies and Examinations at OsloMet § 6-8 (lovdata.no)
• Guidelines for processing applications relating to special arrangements in connection with written examinations at OsloMet