Frequently Asked Questions for Staff
When will the examination timetable be available?
I need to book a hotel for an external examiner, what is the procedure?
What is the deadline for the submission of examination papers?
I have an in-class test and require some script books. How do I get them?
When will the examination timetable be available?
The final Semester One examination timetable is now available.
I need to book a hotel for an external examiner, what is the procedure?
Please choose a hotel from the list of approved hotels in Newcastle, available on the Purchasing Services website. When booking the room, please quote Newcastle University in order to obtain the contract rate and let them know that the Examinations Office will raise the purchase order. The invoice will be sent directly to Finance for payment. A rate of up to £90 per night will be paid from the Examinations Office budget; schools wishing to accommodate external examiners in more expensive hotels will be asked to pay the difference.
What is the deadline for the submission of examination papers?
The date for the submission of Semester One, plus Resit, examination papers is Friday 7 December 2012.
My tutee has an examination next week but has an injury to their hand/wrist/arm which will affect their ability to write. What should I do?
Students suffering a temporary injury, or condition likely to affect their ability to take examinations in the normal way, are advised to complete a PEC form (Personal and Extenuating Circumstances form). This form should be signed by a member of the PEC Committee and submitted to the Examinations Office at least 2 working days prior to the date of their first examination.
I need to organise the invigilation for an examination which does not fall in the normal examination period. What is the procedure?
Please complete the Ad Hoc Exam Arrangements application form, at least 2 weeks prior to the date of the examination. The Examinations Office will confirm the arrangements, once they are in place.
I have an in-class test and require some script books. How do I get them?
Please complete the order form for in-class test script books at least 10 days before the date of the test. We will arrange for the required amount to be delivered by the porters. Please note that there is a cost of £50 per box.
