Find out more about sitting formal examinations at the university.
- Current Exam timetable
- How to find your personal exam timetable
- On the day of the exam
- Exam Locations
- Exam Calculators
- Extra time and exam support
- Exam Frequently Asked Questions
- Dates of future exam sessions
Current Exam timetable
The Semester A exam timetable is not available yet. Once released, it will be available to view here.
You will need to use your Personal Exam Timetable to find your allocated room and seat number. Personal exam timetables are published four weeks ahead of the university's main exam sessions.
How to find your personal exam timetable
When available, you will be able to view your personal exam timetable via the new timetabling portal known as Publish. You can also access this portal via the timetable link of the StudyNet home page. If you see an error message on your device when viewing your timetable, please contact the Helpdesk on 01707 284678 or helpdesk@herts.ac.uk
⚠️ Remember to keep checking your personal timetable up until the day of your exam to ensure there have been no changes to dates and times or locations. Is an exam missing? - If so, contact exams@herts.ac.uk
Please note the Exams and Awards Office will not confirm individual student’s exam dates/times and cannot provide technical support.
On the day of the exam
Make sure you are familiar with rules and regulations for exams. You should read this before taking an exam so you are aware of your responsibilities. Failure to follow these instructions and regulations may be treated as Academic Misconduct and have serious consequences.
Ensure you are familiar with the policy on smart devices in exams
⚠️Remember you are NOT allowed to wear a watch during an exam. Phones, watches, fitness trackers and any other wearable technology must be placed in the plastic box provided at each desk for your valuables. DO NOT leave your phone in your coat or bag.
Ensure you bring your student ID card and any stationery you need for your exam, this needs to be in a clear pencil case. You can bring a clear bottle of water into your exam, any labels must be removed.
- Your ID card needs to be legible with your photo on it. An ID card that has been defaced or has no recognisable photo is not acceptable.
- Replacement ID cards can be obtained prior to your exam from the Ask Herts Hubs.
The Exams office is based in N212 on the De Havilland campus. During the exam period, we are open from 8am for any queries you may have.
Parking
Student parking is available on College Lane campus and at the Park and Ride.
There is no parking available to students on the De Havilland Campus, unless you have a valid Extenuating Circumstances permit – more information is on our Parking at Herts page.
Exam locations
Please make sure that you leave plenty of time to get to your exam. You should find your exam location ahead of your exam, do not leave it until the day of your exam. You can download the Herts Mobile app or use wayfinding to help you locate your room.
If your exam is in the Hertfordshire Sports Village, you should arrive 30 minutes before the published start time. Entry to the Sports and Cricket halls are via the rear of the Sports Village. Please do not enter via the main reception at the Sports Village as you will not be permitted entrance. The map belpw shows the entrances to the halls.
⚠️ Remember, it is your responsibility to be in the exam room before the start time. You will not be allowed into the exam room once the scheduled start time shown on your timetable has passed. Exams are timed using the centralised clocks inside the exam room.
You should be outside the room at least half an hour before the exam start time. If you are late, for any reason, you will not be allowed to sit the exam.
Exam calculators
You can only use a University approved calculator in an examination, please check the approved list before your exam.
If your calculator is not an approved model it will be confiscated. Do not risk having your calculator removed in an exam.
Extra time and support for exams
If you need additional support please look at the Student wellbeing support .
Please note, any adjustments must be agreed approximately 4 weeks before the start of the exams.
If you have a study needs agreement you are likely to be in an alternative room. Please ensure you check your timetable fully, as an example, M136, M142 and M144 are computer rooms. N206A, N206B, M133 and M139 are small group rooms
Exam Frequently Asked Questions
For more information about sitting your exams, you can read our Frequently Asked Questions
Dates of future Exam sessions
2025/2026
Semester A examinations: Monday 12th - Saturday 17th Jan 2026
Semester B examinations: Monday 27th April - Friday 8th May (including Saturday 2nd May) 2026
Referred/Deferred examinations: Thursday 18th - Friday 26th June 2026
Semester C examinations: Monday 7th - Friday 11th September 2026