Guidance on using a computer

If you have been allocated a computer as an adjustment you can expect the following during your assessment: 

    • Access to Microsoft Word  
    • Multiple-choice assessments can be taken on the computer 
    • Provision of a paper answer booklet for the option of writing any answers should you wish. Each script must be clearly labelled for each question. 
    • De-activation of internet access, calculator, thesaurus, assistive software unless by prior agreement with the Registry 
    • Ability to change the background screen colour if required: Word - Design - Page Colour - select colour (We recommend students familiarise themselves with this process before the assessment if they are intending to use it). 

How to print a script?

  1. Regularly save the work to the Desktop (this is the only place you will be able to save). Include your ID number and module code as the file name. Please note if you log out of the computer without saving your work, we will not be able to recover it, and it will be lost from the system.
  2. The invigilator will advise you how to print the script after the assessment has finished. You can ask for your script to be printed at any time to proofread.

Loughborough has a policy of anonymous marking. Please do not include your name on your answer books or printed work.

What to do next?

You should check your current assessment adjustments via your self-service portal here 

If they are not as you are expecting, you can find different ways to contact us on our accessing support page. Please bear in mind that there are deadlines for adjustments to be in place for exams.

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit your self-service page here and view the ‘disability’ tab

For more information please view our SWAI Evidence Policy

No, you will need to register with SWAI and be reassessed.  

Please contact us to request the adjustment you require and one of our advisers will review your request. You can find different ways to contact us on our accessing support page.

Yes, they will. This includes upon your return from any placement or LOA etc.  

Last Updated: 23rd April 2025