Before sitting any exam, it is vital that you are aware of the examination procedures and regulations for your course which are available in the student handbook. You should understand the overall process before entering the Exam Hall. For examination information and timetables you should check the SETU website, as updates will be posted there. 

Key Tips to Remember 

Cloakroom 

Items such as phones, bags, smartwatches, laptops and coats are not allowed in the Exam Hall. During Exam time, the Students’ Union sets up a Cloakroom where you can leave your personal belongings while you take your exam. Free of charge, and your items will be guarded by SU Exec staff. It is strongly advised you leave your items in the SU cloakroom. The Students’ Union holds no responsibility towards lost or stolen items that were not originally left in the cloakroom.  

Extenuating Circumstances 

Students who are unable to take an examination or complete an assignment due to extenuating circumstances such as illness/bereavement should submit evidence of the circumstances to their Head of Department. Such evidence may be taken into account by the Examination Board in assessing the performance of the individual student. However, it must be pointed out that under no circumstances may a student receive marks for an examination or assignment which they have not taken. 

Exam Results 

Examination results will be published online, and all registered students can access their results through their student portal, which can be accessed through blackboard. The date for publishing results is available on the Academic Calendar. You will be required to enter your Student ID and password to access your results. 

For more information, see the SETU Website. Please note that if there are any fees outstanding, the Institute will withhold a student’s results until payment is received. The Students’ Union will run exam preparation campaigns in the lead up to examinations, so be sure to keep an eye on our social media for more details. 

Repeat Exams

Repeat Exam Results are usually released in mid-September. If you failed an end of term exam, you can apply for a Repeat, which will commence in mid-August. To apply & pay, you must do so via Student Portal (Student login details required). There is no deadline to apply for a Repeat Exam. However, the cost per module goes from 50 euro to 75 euro after a designated date in late June.  

If you are concerned about failing your Repeat Exams, please contact sueducation.cw@setu.ie to avail of your options should this happen to you. If you have any questions relating to exams, please email sueducationcw@setu.ie.