A module examination may take place at the end of a course, during the semester or within a specified examination period. Some modules combine several assessed performances into one overall result. An assessment in higher education may be an individual or group performance, and the format may also vary within a degree programme. Students should check the date, location, language, duration and permitted aids well in advance. Depending on the higher-education institution, separate examination registration may be required. Projects and written papers are subject to requirements concerning submission format, deadlines and academic writing. Practical examinations or presentations may involve additional organisational requirements. Assessment is based on the published criteria and the institution's applicable grading scale. In the event of illness or another impediment, the prescribed reporting procedures and supporting documents must be provided. Unexcused absence or late submission may be treated as a performance not completed under the applicable regulations. The official examination result is communicated through the channel designated by the institution and documented in the student's academic progress.
Exams and Assessments in Higher Education in Switzerland
An assessment shows whether the learning objectives defined for a module have been achieved. It may take the form of a written or oral higher-education examination, practical work, presentation, project or written paper. The assessment format, grading and passing requirements are set out in the module description (Modulbeschreibung) and study regulations (Studienreglement).
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