Disability-related Exam Arrangements

Disability-related exam arrangements are put in place by Schools, the Central Timetabling Teamand the IT Services using the disability database. The disability-database is a central point for all disability-related information for exams.

The Central Timetabling Team make arrangements for students who require the use of a computer, extra time and the use of a scribe/reader.

Computer Rooms

Registry are responsible for arranging rooms and invigilators for all computer exams (regardless of students’ other requirements). Computers are set up in exam-mode (blank Word document with no internet access) by IT Services, unless otherwise requested.

Scribes and Readers

Scribes and readers are arranged by Registry. Schools are responsible for liaising with the scribe/reader to confirm the arrangements for the day of the exam.

Extra Time Rooms

Any students who require extra time for their exams and have no other IT or accommodation requirements will be placed in extra time exam rooms. Registry organise these rooms and will advise Schools via the database once these are booked.

Private Rooms and Fewer than 10 Students per Room

Schools are responsible for rooms and invigilators for students requiring private rooms or where there is a less than 10 students per room exams (NB except computer exams).

Please email roombookings@abdn.ac.uk with your requirements if you would like to use rooms from the Central Teaching Pool.