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Exams

Prepare for your exams like a pro by checking out all you need to know about exams at Lakehead University. From finding out when they are to requesting accommodations to how to request a special exam, this page has it all. Be sure to check out other Student Affairs pages for more information on studying and exam success.

All About Exams


Depending on the courses in which you are enrolled, they may have midterm exams and/or final exams. As a student, it is your responsibility to ensure you are aware if you have an exam, the location, date and time of the exam as well as the rules that govern the exam process. For most programs, final exams are normally conducted twice during the Fall/Winter term during a December exam period and an April exam period. You must remain available for your exams and ensure any travel plans do not conflict with the exam dates and periods including the exam contingency dates.

Exam Timetables


For most programs, final exams are normally conducted twice during the Fall/Winter term during a December exam period and an April exam period. You must remain available for your exams and ensure any travel plans do not conflict with the exam dates and periods including the exam contingency dates. The Exam Timetable is released in mid-October for the Fall term, and mid-February for year long courses and the Winter term.

Special Exams Overview


Special exams may provide you with the opportunity to "retake" an exam for a particular course that had during the final exam period, should you meet the specific criteria. You must be approved to write a special exam based on the criteria set out in the Special Exam regulation.