Exams
HAMK uses both paper and electronic examinations. Electronic examinations can be organised either in an exam quiz using the EXAM system or in Learn-moodle, depending on the course.
HAMK uses electronic examinations in an EXAM studio with the EXAM system. The EXAM system adds flexibility to the examination process, as it is possible to take exams, re-exams and maturity tests.
For more information on exams and re-exam options, please look at the Learn or consult your teacher.
HAMK has four exam centres in Forssa, Hämeenlinna, Riihimäki and Valkeakoski. The facilities are intended for exams and maturity tests. Exam visits for students from other universities are available in Hämeenlinna.
Opening hours and authentication
The opening hours of the EXAM studios are displayed directly in the EXAM system when you book an exam.
HAMK’s own students can take their exams Mon-Sun from 8.00-21.30 in the HAMK EXAM studios. NOTE! In Valkeakoski you will always need an access code. The exam visit is open Mon-Fri from 8.00-16.00 for students from other universities.
During the summer, the EXAM studios are closed from Midsummer week until the end of July.
When booking an exam time, please take into account the opening hours of the HAMK offices. At the Hämeenlinna University of Applied Sciences, the doors are generally only open during office hours, otherwise access to the external doors is by access badge. Please check the list below for opening hours of the other campuses.
Hämeenlinna University Centre the access badge can be obtained from the HAMKO office. In the other campuses access badge can be obtained from the info desk or the caretaker. Please note that in Valkeakoski you will always need an access badge.
EXAM is nationally restricted from two-step authentication. You always log in to EXAM with your university ID and password, and EXAM does not ask for confirmation from your phone. Therefore, you may not bring your phone into EXAM and it is not required for EXAM transactions.
Locations of the EXAM studios
Hämeenlinna
Forssa
Riihimäki
Valkeakoski
EXAM student visit
As a student of HAMK, you can make reservations for other universities participating in the Exam Visiting Network.
Log in to HAMK EXAM, register for the EXAM system as usual, select the exam location from the other university’s exam library and book an exam time.
As a non-HAMK student, you always register for the exam and make an appointment at your own university’s EXAM.
Supervision and cheating in the exam
Always take official identification with you. A member of HAMK staff can check your identity in the exam room or in the immediate vicinity.
The exam room has real-time video and audio recording surveillance. You can enter the exam room up to five minutes before the start of the exam. EXAM-system works only with your personal login.
The same rules and guidelines apply to an EXAM-system as to any other exam or coursework. Any fraudulent activity is strictly prohibited and any suspected fraud will be dealt with in accordance with the official HAMK guidelines.
Examples of misconduct include, but are not limited to, copying another examiner’s answer, using a telephone during an exam, talking or cooperating during an exam. If a student commits cheating, they will be immediately removed from the session and their performance will be disqualified.
The test ends when you leave this mode.