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About your exam

Get a clear understanding of what to expect from your paper-based written exam

Your exam will follow the structure set out in the exam guide. It will be delivered in paper format.

The paper-based format will involve hand-writing your answers.
Any supplementary information and tax tables will be provided in the exam.
You can use your own non-programmable calculator.

Prohibited cross

The use of all other electronic devices is expressly prohibited.

This includes any of the following:

  • Mobile phones (including iPhones/smartphones)
  • Smart watches
  • Smart glasses and similar devices
  • Electronic equipment capable of communicating or being programmed to hold alphabetical or numerical data and/or formulae. 

Exam familiarisation

Practice in answering the questions is highly desirable and should be considered a critical part of a properly planned programme of examination preparation. Examination Guides containing full examination papers and model answers are available on the unit shop page.