Dictionary policy
Find out what our policy is about using a dictionary in your exam.
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(a) The use of monolingual, bilingual or other dictionaries for the language being studied is not normally permitted. Any exceptions to this will be clearly stated in the rubric, and in those cases it will be your responsibility to provide your own dictionary.
(b) Exchange students from other countries may use a bilingual dictionary which goes between English and their mother tongue (but not the language being studied), or a monolingual English dictionary. For the purposes of this regulation the term "exchange student" refers to students from institutions in other countries who are studying on a double award programme and who will graduate with a qualification from their home institution and an award from the University of Plymouth. If you are an exchange student then it is your responsibility to provide your own dictionary.
(c) In order to be able to use a dictionary at a modern language examination you must obtain a signed certificate specifying your name, module and the type of dictionary permitted. You'll need to ensure that the certificate is displayed on your examination desk for checking by the invigilator.
Please be aware that dictionaries can be checked by invigilators and that they may be confiscated for the duration of the examination if they are found to contain extra notes, marginalia, etc.