Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy

Overview:

Assessment is a core academic activity and an essential component of the learning process. Its main purposes are to encourage student learning, to make judgements about student achievements, and to monitor the effectiveness of the learning environment. This policy sets out the principles which underpin the University of Adelaide's approach to assessment, and the mandatory procedures which ensure that the principles are implemented.


Note

Policy reaffirmed by Academic Board 8/22; approved by VC&P 2 November 2022, see d2022/207815. Policy reaffirmed by DVCA, see d2024/117167

  • Related Procedures, Forms
    Title Version
    Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy D2024/130949
    Grade Descriptors d2021/199875
    Mark and Grade Schemes D2023/675669

  • Administration, Approval and Review
    RMO File No. 2017/4417
    Policy custodian Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Vice-President (Academic)
    Responsible policy officer Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Learning)
    Endorsed by Academic Board on 2 November 2022
    Approved by Vice-Chancellor and President on 2 November 2022
    Related Policies University Mark and Grade Schemes

    Grade Descriptors

    Grade Point Average calculation guide

    QEC Guidelines on Hurdle Requirements

    Academic Honesty and Assessment Obligations for Coursework Students Policy and Academic Dishonesty Procedures

    Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy

    Reasonable Adjustments to Teaching and Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy

    Student Grievance Resolution Process

    Conflict of Interests Policy

    Superceded Policies Good Practice Guidelines on Assessment for Staff and Students
    Effective from 2 November 2022
    Review Date 31 December 2025
    Contact for queries about the policy Educational Quality & Compliance: eqcompliance@adelaide.edu.au

Please refer to the Policy Directory for the latest version.