What happens if I fail a university exam?
Failing an exam does not necessarily mean that you fail the course or lose its credit. The course grade may be based on the overall assessment, including assignments, attendance, or other exams. If you do fail the course, a supplementary or resit exam may be available, or you may need to retake the course in a later term. Check the syllabus and university regulations for effects on compulsory courses, progression, or graduation requirements.
Key points
- Whether failing one exam means failing the course depends on the assessment method.
- If you fail the course, a supplementary/resit exam or retaking the course may be possible.
- Check the effect on compulsory courses and progression or graduation requirements.
Things to check
- Assessment criteria, the availability of supplementary or resit exams, and retake procedures vary by university, faculty, course, and academic year.