Assessment and Examinations

A student’s academic performance is assessed throughout the semester using various instruments: homework, exams, projects, practical work, etc.

All courses normally have final examinations that students must take.  The instructor will announce at the beginning of the semester the policy that s/he intends to follow as indicated in the course syllabus in the matter of missed examinations and quizzes, so that the students are fully aware of this policy and its consequences. 

A student who misses an examination or quiz must present an excuse considered valid by the instructor of the course.  The course instructor may then require the student to take a make-up exam or shift its weight to the final exam.  Only documented and verifiable medical reports issued by qualified professionals will be accepted. 

The course instructor is the authority that decides on the student’s grade.  However, if a student has strong evidence of unfairness, s/he has the right to submit a petition of grievance to the course instructor.  If the student is not satisfied with the instructor’s ruling, s/he may appeal to the department head who will give a final ruling on the issue after consulting with the faculty members of the department.

If a student misses a final exam, he/she must submit an application for an “Incomplete”, as is described elsewhere in this catalogue under “Incomplete” grade.