It’s important that you understand the rules for what you can and can’t take into your exams. This list will help you to prepare the belongings you will need in advance of taking assessments at King's. 
 
 
Important to know: If you are unsure of what items are permitted in your online assessment, contact your department/faculty for further guidance.
 

Items you are allowed include:

  • Student ID card
  • Pens (blue or black ink)
  • Pencils (you are only allowed to use a pencil for multiple-choice question sheets)
  • Erasers, rulers, sharpeners etc. (must be unmarked)
  • Calculator (see below for when and what type of calculators are allowed)
  • Sealable clear plastic wallet (no larger than A4)
  • Non-carbonated and non-alcoholic drinks (not in glass bottles)
  • Clear bottles with no labels.
 

There is no spare stationery available from the Exams Help Desk at the venue, so make sure you bring all the equipment you need for your exams.

 

Calculators

Calculators are only allowed in certain exams. Your module leader or department should make you aware of whether calculators are allowed prior to the exam period. If you're ever unsure, then please check in advance. If a calculator is allowed, this will also be detailed on the front of the exam paper.

There are only 2 ranges that are College approved for use in exams where calculators are allowed. These ranges are: Casio fx-83 or fx-85 range only.
 

Important to know:

  • You must provide your own calculator as these are not provided in exams; you will need to purchase your own in advance.
  • Using a different calculator model to Casio fx-83 or fx-85 is considered an exam offence.
  • You will need to make sure that there is nothing written or scratched on to your calculator or calculator lid. Calculator lids must be placed under your desk. Any markings that are seen will be reported as an exam offence.

 

Watches

All watches (standard/digital/smart) must be taken off and placed in your bag/coat. This also includes any wearable technology including fitness bands.


You do not need to bring a watch to your exam. If you are taking the paper-based exams, there will a clearly visible digital clock displayed on the wall.


If you are taking the computer-based exams, time will be displayed on your laptop.


Remember that mobile phones, smart watches and smart bands are not allowed as timekeeping devices. These items are not allowed because lots of models have functions akin to those of a mobile phone.
 

Items that are not allowed include:

  • Revision or course notes
  • Books, statutes or dictionaries (except where approved by your department)
  • Paper for rough work
  • Laptops, media storage devices or audio players
  • Ear plugs
  • Headgear (except on religious grounds)
  • Carbonated or alcoholic drinks or beverages in glass bottles
  • Smartwatches/smartbands
  • Food (unless permitted via Personalised Assessment Arrangements). 

 

Dictionaries

Dictionaries are only allowed in open book exams or for some foreign language exams. Your module leader or department should make you aware of whether dictionaries are allowed prior to the exam period. If you're unsure then please check in advance. If a dictionary is allowed, then this will also be detailed on the front of the exam paper.

 

I've lost my Student ID, what other form of ID can I use?

If you are unable to get a replacement student ID, and you are sitting an in-person exam, you can use your passport or driver's licence as another form of ID.
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