1. Introduction

Examination Conventions for Modular Taught Postgraduate Degrees 2012-13

1.1 The following conventions should be read in conjunction with the University´s General Regulations (www.shef.ac.uk/calendar); reference should also be made to the General Regulations for Degrees in particular Faculties and to the Regulations for individual programmes of study, particularly in the case of any non-modular programmes. These conventions do not override or modify the regulations in any way.

1.2 The conventions are intended as guidelines within which the Faculties will normally work. However, it is the ultimate responsibility of Faculties to recommend in the case of each candidate that result which is deemed just in the light of all the evidence presented to the Examiners. Where a Faculty recommendation is contrary to regulations, the approval of the Senate is required.

1.3 Further information on a range of aspects relating to assessment policy and practice may be found within the Learning and Teaching Services (LeTS) website (www.sheffield.ac.uk/lets/pp/assessment). Guidance may be found there on the role of external examiners, the conduct of examination boards, procedures relating to anonymous marking, dealing with the use of unfair means (e.g. plagiarism), implementing the QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications, and other matters.

1.4 Further information on administrative processes related to examinations and assessment may be found within the Student Services website (www.shef.ac.uk/exams). Guidance may be found there on how to prepare examination papers, managing examination boards, processing, reporting and publication of examination results and dealing with student misconduct.