S.L. 327.88 Art. 9Durationofwritten examinations.

(1) When an Examination weighted 80% or more is indicated as the main method of assessment of a Study-Unit, Study-Units assigned up to four credits shall normally be examined by a paper of between one and two hours, Study-Units assigned five to ten credits shall normally be examined by a paper of either two or three hours, and Study-Units assigned more than ten credits shall normally be examined by a paper of either three or four hours.

(2) When the assessment of a study-unit includes more than one component, one of which is a written examination weighted less than 80%, the duration of the examination shall be established taking into account the weighting it is given towards the award of the credits.

(3) The duration of written examinations shall be included with the method of assessment in the study-unit description.

(4) The Rector, on the recommendation of the Board and in consultation with the Registrar, may recommend that Senate approves a different duration for an examination if the particular nature of the examination so merits.