USQ Online students have regular online communications with their lecturer. If an extension for the time to submit an assignment is required, the student must contact their lecturer by the unit's Communication tool before the due date and make application for an extension of time to complete the assignment. A The number of assessments varies from one unit to the next. Check the specifications of units you are interested in for an exact answer. A Some but not all units do have final, formal examinations.
Some units only have assignments, essays, etc.
Most units use a combination of both to determine the final grade. You can find out the assessment details of any unit by going to the Unit Specifications. A You will receive an examination notification by email approximately six weeks prior to the examination period. If you have not received the above notification by the fourth week before the examination period starts, you must contact USQ Online Support to obtain the details. The notification will provide details of the place, date and time of the examination.