Assessments and exams are a typical part of university life and are used to measure your study progress and overall academic performance. Here you'll find information about the assessment and exam policies and procedures in place at ANU.
2020 New Grading System »
Last updated: 21 September 2020
What is the new grading system?
We recognise that 2020 has been a very disruptive time for you and your learning...
2020 Non-standard Academic Sessions »
Students who were unable to submit their grade change request by the deadline are being provided with an additional period to request to opt-in for a...
2021 Grading System »
What is the CRS/CRN grading system?
The CRS/CRN grading system supports students who have experienced extraordinary circumstances in the context of...
2021 Non-standard Academic Sessions »
The information on this page relates to the grading system for Winter and Spring 2021 only.
For information about the grading system for Semester 1,...
Academic problems, appeals, complaints procedure »
We aim to provide a learning environment and experience that is enjoyable, rewarding, and prepares our graduates (you) for the future. We do...
Appeal an Academic Progress Committee Exclusion »
Internal appeal on procedural grounds
Students who are excluded from their academic career due to unsatisfactory academic progression are able to...
Assessment Appeals »
The process below is drawn from Assessment Rules. You may wish to familiarise yourself with that document as well as this information.
Prior to your...
Assessment arrangements for students from language backgrounds other than English »
If you are a new student to the university coming from a language background other than English you may be able to apply special assessment...
Assessment of higher degree research »
The primary piece of assessment for higher degree research (HDR) programs is the thesis. The thesis is submitted at the end of the program and is the...
Class Summaries (formerly Course Outlines) »
What are Class Summaries and what information do they contain?
Class Summaries (previously known as Course Outlines) provide detailed and...
Deferred examinations »
Amendment - 6 May 2021Allowances for supporting documentation:
We as a University recognise that our students continue to be impacted by the ongoing...
Examination conduct »
Examinations are conducted according to the Assessment Rule. The information below describes what to expect during an examination, whether it be...
Examination timetable »
ANU coursework examinations are held throughout the year, culminating in a formal examination period at the end of each semester.
The Examinations...
Expected academic performance for coursework students »
All ANU students within an undergraduate or postgraduate academic career are required to maintain satisfactory academic progression. This means that...
Expected academic performance for international students »
All ANU students are required to meet satisfactory academic progress. This means that they must meet the minimum academic performance requirements as...
Grade Point Average (GPA) »
Students receive a GPA for their academic career. Your GPA will be published on your academic transcript.
Students who are enrolled in more than...
Grading scale »
The WN Grade has been removed for Semester 2, 2021
The WN Grade has been removed for Semester 2, 2021, and the WD Grade deadline has been extended to...
HDR policies & procedures »
At ANU there are rules and guidelines that govern your responsibilities and requirements as a student. Some of these are specific to higher degree...
Information for Delegated Authority / Associate Dean (HDR Thesis Submission) »
Notification of Intent to Submit and Nomination of Examiner process steps
When the candidate completes their Notification of Intent to Submit,...
Information for Examiners »
This page provides advice to Higher Degree Research Thesis Examiners. When the candidate submits their thesis for examination, it will be sent to the...
Information on Proctorio and Privacy »
The assessment of Proctorio found the implementation of the system was consistent with the University's privacy policy and the Commonwealth Privacy...
Nomination of Examiners »
This page provides advice to ANU staff about the Nomination of Examiner process for Higher Degree Research thesis submissions. For further...
Notification of results »
Coursework results will be released by the Registrar, following approval of the Delegated Authority in the relevant Academic College (for dates...
Past examination papers »
ANU past examination papers are for the use of ANU students and staff only.
The ANU Library provides electronic access to past ANU examination...
Proctorio FAQs »
If you are studying remotely overseas, please make sure that you use the ANU Global Protect VPN when accessing any ANU systems for your examination....
Research Candidate Milestones »
Milestone eForm via ISIS
ANU research candidates are required to meet a number of progress milestones including an initial Annual Plan, completion...
Semester 1, 2020 Grading System »
If you are after information about the new grading system for Semester 2, 2020, please visit this webpage. If you are after information about Non-...
Semester 1, 2021 Grading System »
What is a CRS/CRN?
Course Requirements Satisfied (CRS)
Instead of a passing grade e.g. High Distinction (HD), Distinction (D),...
Semester 2, 2020 Grading System »
For information about the new grading system for Semester 1, 2020, please visit this webpage. For information about 2020 Non-standard Academic...
Semester 2, 2021 Grading System »
The information on this page relates to the grading system for Semester 2, 2021 only.
For information about the grading system for Semester 1, 2021...
Special assessment consideration »
Special consideration is the process by which an examiner takes extenuating circumstances into consideration during the marking of an assessment item...
Special examination arrangements »
The University will endeavour to accommodate the special needs of students with a permanent or temporary disability, and students from language...
Submitting a thesis »
The ultimate milestone for any higher degree research (HDR) student is submitting the final thesis. The thesis is a significant piece of research and...
Supplementary assessment »
Supplementary examinations are available to students in certain circumstances under the provisions of the Assessment Rule.
Students who will be...
The thesis »
In Australia the thesis is an extended written piece which reports on the results of a three to four year programme of research (in other countries...
Theses Reimbursement »
Students may be entitled to an allowance for reimbursement of thesis production costs.
Payments are made as reimbursement of the amount specified on...
Thesis Access Restrictions »
This page outlines information relating to Thesis Access Restriction including types of Thesis Access Restriction and other related material. If you...
Timetabling »
Timetabling refers to a number of processes that are involved with when and where classes and other activities will run.
At ANU, we have two key...
Principal dates
26
Jan
Australia Day public holiday
31
Jan
Recommended date to re-enrol in courses for the academic year
14
Feb
ANU Orientation Week
21
Feb
Semester 1 begins
21
Feb
Semester 2 of prior year deferred and supplementary final examinations (concurrent with teaching)
28
Feb
Last day to add Semester 1 courses on ISIS
11
Mar
Due date for payment of tuition fees and up-front HECS for Semester 1
14
Mar
Canberra Day public holiday
28
Mar
Semester 1 mid-semester examinations week 1 (concurrent with teaching)
31
Mar
Summer Session ends
