11. Assessment

11.1. Module Assessment Types

Each module has its own assessment method. It is important to be aware of the different assessment methods used across your programme and to plan your workload accordingly.

Assessment Types

  • Online Examinations:
    An online exam is an examination that is completed online. Students will answer a set of questions covering topics taught in the module and must complete and submit their responses within the specified examination period and in accordance with the instructions provided for the assessment. Detailed instructions will be included in the examination rubric, which will be available when the examination paper is released on the date and at the time stated in your examination timetable.

    • Students should access their online examinations through the relevant QMplus module page. 
    • Exam dates and times are published in your Semester examination timetable (see MySIS).
    • Information about the duration of each exam can be found on the relevant QMplus module page once examination details have been released.
    • Submissions made up to 10 minutes after the scheduled end time are accepted, but they will be marked as late and receive a penalty of 10% of the total marks available (e.g. ten marks deducted from a total of 100). After that point, the submission portal closes, and no further uploads are allowed; the assessment will be recorded as a non-submission and given a mark of zero. 

  • Course Essays:
    Some modules are assessed partly or fully by essays linked to your taught modules.

    • Essays are overseen by one of your module’s teaching staff.
    • Essays submitted up to 7 calendar days late are accepted with a late penalty.
    • Extensions of up to one week may be granted for valid extenuating circumstances.
  • Multiple Choice Quizzes (MCQs):
    • MCQs cover topics taught in the module.
    • Please refer to the module assessment instructions and ensure that you understand all requirements, including the time allowed to complete the examination, before starting the quiz.
    • Once you begin the quiz, you cannot pause it.
    • Late submissions are not permitted.
  • Presentations / Oral Assessments:
    • Presentation dates are treated as exam dates, and attendance is required, either in person or online, as specified by the module.
    • Your Module Convenor will provide further details about the assessment requirements.
    • If you are unable to attend due to extenuating circumstances, please refer to the relevant section of this Handbook for guidance.
  • Other Assessment Elements: 
Please note that some modules may include assessment elements, such as presentations, in-class assessments, practical assessments or coursework tasks. These assessments are not centrally scheduled and therefore will not appear on your examination timetable. Details of these assessments, if applicable, will be communicated during teaching sessions. Your Module Convenor will confirm the dates, times and any other relevant arrangements.

For full details on how each module is assessed, see 25. Appendix III: Programme: Semester Dates & Module Descriptions.

Academic Regulations:
For the full regulations governing assessment, see the Academic Regulations 2026–27.