Some of you will be sitting supplementary assessments in August and we would like to share this useful information with you to help you prepare and feel informed.
Timetables
A personalised version of your August 2024 examination timetable is now available via the Intranet.
Travel and accommodation
The usual First Cymru services will be available for the duration of the supplementary exam period. You can plan your journey using the First website.
Bay Campus accommodation is available for throughout the supplementary exam period. You can find out more and book using the official booking form.
Exam Venues
All in-person assessments will take place on Bay Campus. You can check out our campus maps on the MySwansea App. The campus maps feature offers an interactive and detailed layout of all the University’s campuses including building locations, points of interest, exam venues, directions, and a categories filter to refine whatever you may be trying to find!
You can also click here for directions to all our exam venues.
Free courses to help you prepare!
The assessment period can be a demanding time for many students, but the Centre for Academic Success can provide you with lots of useful study tips and resources that focus on sharpening your skills, to become a more effective learner. There are a range of E-Learning courses to choose from, such as Essential Study Skills and Academic Writing.
Want something more bite sized? Check out our study tips blog!
Borrow a laptop or use a PC on campus
Did you know we have laptops available for you to loan at both Singleton and Bay Campus libraries? If you need to borrow a laptop ahead of exams, head over to our library webpages to find out how. The process is really simple.
There are also plenty of desktop computers for you to use across all campuses. Some are bookable, and some can be used without having a prior booking. You can find out more information here. You can find more details about out of hours PC labs on our Study Spaces webpage.
Spaces to study on campus
Whether you’re looking for a quiet spot to study, need to collaborate as a group or just want to relax and unwind, we have plenty of space for you on campus.
To browse our spaces, click here.
Support and advice
The assessment period can bring along some unwanted stress, so we have a variety of resources at Swansea to support you during this time.
Hapus is an online toolkit with tonnes of information and tips on battling procrastination, managing stress and uncertainty, and developing resilience. It’s completely free for students and it’s a must-have resource for exam preparation. You can access the toolkit here.
The Students’ Union also have an independent Advice and Support Centre, the team will be available to students for drop in sessions during the assessment period.
General Exam Information
For general examination queries, please see the Exam Offices’ pages, which contains information on the dos and don’ts during your exams, examination locations and FAQ’s
We’d also like to take this opportunity to wish you the best of luck with your assessments and exams!