Services

Alternative Assessment and Exam Adjustments

Students who have a temporary or permanent disability or condition that affects their ability to undertake assessment or examinations may apply to AccessAbility Services for adjustments.

Students requesting assessment and/or examination adjustments due to a temporary or permanent disability, injury, illness or health condition, must provide current medical evidence.

Students requesting alternative assessment and/or examination adjustments should contact AccessAbility Services as soon as possible.

Alternative Assessment

Alternative assessment adjustments may include:

Negotiation with lecturers for alternative assessment options
Liaison with staff
Negotiation for extensions/deferrals

Exam Adjustments

Exam adjustments may include:

Use of a scribe or reader
Additional working time
Rest breaks
Alternative formatting of examination papers
Alternative room with suitable lighting
Use of alternative furniture (e.g. ergonomic chairs, adjustable tables, lecterns)
Access to food and drink
Wheelchair access
Use of computer
Home or hospital supervision