Examinations may take various forms, including regular (scheduled) examinations and in-class examinations. For regular examinations conducted during the official examination period, the schedule and other information will be announced via K-Support. For in-class examinations, please check with the course instructor directly.

Semester-end examinations are held at the end of each half semester or semester. Refer to the academic calendarfor the examination period. Please note that the day, time, classroom, and other details of the examination may differ from those of the regular class schedule.

Examination Timetable

Students can check their exam schedules at SFC on K-Support after the examination timetable is announced.

Students need to contact the Office of Student Services (Academic Affairs) at least one month in advance if they have any requests to take examinations for some reasons like health problems.

Notice for the Examinees

[Carrying Your Student ID Card]

• On the day of the examination, you must carry your student ID card. During the exam, please take it out of its case and place it on the aisle side of your desk. (In classrooms Ω11 and Ω21, place it at the center front of the desk.)
• If you forget your student ID card, please visit the Office of Student Services (Academic Affairs), first floor, Alpha Building to obtain a temporary student ID (issuance fee: 500 yen).
  
*The temporary student ID is valid on all campuses only on the day of issuance, and can also be used to enter the Media Center.
*Time spent obtaining a temporary student ID will not be considered in the exam duration.
*If you do not have either your student ID or a temporary student ID, you will not be allowed to take the exam and will not be eligible to apply for a make-up exam.

[Important Notes for Exam Day]

• All watches and clocks (wristwatches, desk clocks, wearable devices, etc.) and communication devices (wearables, mobile phones, smartphones, PCs, electronic dictionaries, etc.) are prohibited in the exam room, even for subjects that allow "all materials permitted." Turn off all devices and place them in your bag under the desk. A clock will be displayed in the exam room to check the time.
• Please note that exam rules and bell schedules may differ from those at SFC on other campuses.
• Late arrivals are permitted without time restriction; however, the exam duration will not be extended under any circumstances.
• Please sit one person per two-person desk. (In classrooms Ω11 and Ω21, sit only at seats marked with a green sticker.)

[Academic Misconduct]
Acts of academic misconduct will be dealt with strictly and may result in a failing grade "D" for all courses in the current semester.　Refrain from any behavior that could be suspected as cheating.

• Once the question sheet and answer sheet have been distributed, you may not leave the room until permission is given after the exam ends. Leaving the room without permission will be considered academic misconduct.
• Answer sheets must be submitted. Taking them home will be regarded as academic misconduct.
• If a mobile phone or other device rings during the exam, the invigilator will confiscate it. This may also be considered academic misconduct, so please be careful.

Makeup Examination

Makeup examinations are held for students who, for unavoidable reasons such as illness or other unavoidable reasons, were unable to take the regular examinations. Makeup examinations are only conducted during a predetermined period for students who apply for them and have been granted permission.

• Application Procedure:K-Support [Applications] > [Class] > [Makeup Exams]
  *If you are applying to take makeup examinations due to a train delay (accident), you will need to apply via K-Support after completing certain procedures with the Office of Student Services for your undergraduate faculty.
• Application period:Details will be provided via K-Support at the time of the final examination timetable release.
• Applicable courses:Only courses that have finals scheduled during the semester-end examination period are eligible for makeup examinations.
  *Classes without final exams that rely on reports, papers, class participation, or in-class examinations do not qualify.
• Valid Grounds for Applying for the Make-up Examinations:
  
  

  Valid Grounds for Application	Documentation *Attach required documents via K‑Support.	Examination fees: *Pay by deadline.
  Overlapping times between examinations *Overlap with other faculty: apply for PMEI's.	None	None
  Train delay (accident) *commuting route in principle *Large-scale transport delays may postpone the exam start; still try to reach the exam room.	・Certificate of Delay (dated the same day you were late) ・Commute Form (Get it by showing "Certificate of Delay" at your campus Student Affairs on exam day.)	None
  Illness/Injury	Medical certificate (Specifies diagnosis and treatment period, including the exam date.)	2,000 yen/course
  Funeral (within 3rd-degree relatives) *Memorials and weddings not accepted.	A document that objectively verifies your attendance, such as a funeral thank you card	2,000 yen/course
  Final-year recruitment activities *Hiring process only (internships not allowed).	Please consult with the Office of Student Services(Academic Affairs) in advance.	2,000 yen/course

  
  *If the academic advisor deems the reason unavoidable, the application may be approved.
  *Part-time work, volunteering, tournament participation, etc., are not valid reasons for makeup exams.
  *Missing an exam due to personal reasons such as lateness or confusion about the exam time is not eligible for a make-up exam.
  
  
• Timetable announcement: Candidates will receive a separate notice.
• Be aware:
  
  
  • An interview may be required to apply for a make-up exam. Please apply well in advance.
  • If a student is unable to take the makeup examination for any reason, there will be no further provisions for alternative makeup examinations.
  • Applying for a make-up examination under false pretenses after having taken the exam will be considered academic misconduct and dealt with severely.

The same strict policy as adopted with regard to academic misconduct in examinations also applies to the preparation of papers, and any infringement will be severely punished. In the case of term papers, academic misconduct may result in a D grade being assigned to all courses taken in the semester in question. Similarly severe punishment may be enforced for any type of paper.
In order to ensure that faculty members can correctly assess the level of understanding and achievements of all students in a fair and balanced manner, be sure to follow the instructions on KITIE - Keio Interactive Tutorial on Information Education - Home Page, and etc. when preparing papers.
Usually, you will be given instruction on what to write about for assignment papers. Some assignments may center on researching documents and may require you to examine a wide range of reference materials. On other occasions, you may be required to discuss your own original thoughts and opinions. Before starting work on your paper, be sure that you understand exactly what is required and the intention of the assignment.

Precautions for writing assignments and theses

Along with the semester-end examinations and in-class examinations, written assignments (including graduation theses) are important proof of your accomplishments at university. Disregard for the rules for written assignments and theses may lead to disqualification or disciplinary action if judged to have been an act of academic misconduct.
Any references made from particular sources must be clearly distinguished from your own viewpoints and properly cited. It will be deemed an act of plagiarism if you ignore this.
The most important points with regard to writing papers are as follows:

1. Clearly distinguish your own opinions from that of others.
2. Clearly indicate the references for quotations or when referring to or citing works of others（failure to indicate a reference is considered to be an act of plagiarism）.
3. For quotations, write every single word including typographical errors.
4. Follow the rules for citations（refer to the literature below）.
5. When referring to information from the Internet, clearly indicate the URL, the title of the web page, and the date when you accessed the page.

Please try to learn the generally accepted methods for using citations from the following reference books, tutorials, etc.

Hacker, D., Sommers, N.（2012）. A pocket style manual（6th ed.）. Boston, MA: Bedford / St. Martin's.
Godfrey, J.,（2013）. How to use your reading in your essays（2nd ed.）. Houdmills, England.
"KITIE" Web tutorial system（Hiyoshi Media Center, 2022）Discovery: Hiyoshi Media Center Website:
https://www2.lib.keio.ac.jp/project/kitie/en/

Please be careful not to commit or be complicit in cheating, and to pay attention to how to include references in reports, assignments, etc. See Academic misconduct for details.