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How to take the test
After buying your test, you will receive two email messages -
one from us confirming your purchase and telling you how to prepare
for the test, and the other from Examity, telling you how to schedule the test.

You can take the test from your own home whenever it is suitable for you, any day of the year.

On the day of your test, you will log on to the Examity portal 15 minutes before the start time of your
test and meet the proctor (invigilator), who will explain the instructions and start your test for you.

You will receive your results certificate by email within five working days of taking the test, which you can share with
your chosen institution.

School Pupils and Parents
Test Requirements

You must have:

 

  • A valid passport (this is the only acceptable form of ID)
  • A computer or laptop
  • An external webcam/smartphone camera/mirror for the proctor (invigilator) to check your screen and keyboard
  • Your online Examity account login (your email address) and password
  • Your Password Plus login which was sent to you when the test was purchased

 

PC & Internet Requirements:

 

  • Windows 10 or above or macOS 10.15 Catalina or above
  • On a Windows PC Chrome (version 53 or above) or Firefox (version 42 or above) or Edge (version 79 or above) web browser, or on a Mac Chrome (version 74 or above)
  • Reliable internet connection with a minimum bandwidth of 2mbps
  • A front-facing camera
  • A microphone
  • Headphones or speakers
  • If you do not have a built in microphone, you may use a headset
Setting up your test with Examity

Before your test:

 

  • Complete a technology practice test – this will take 2-3 minutes and allow you to test your computer and ensure your speakers, microphone, webcam and internet connection are working properly. There is no connection to the proctor. This can be done through your Examity portal once you have created an account.
  • Make sure your Examity profile includes your full legal name (as per your passport), you phone number (including country code) and email that you can access in case Support team need to contact you or call you back if you need our assistance.

 

On the day of the test:

 

  • Dress in a simple top such as such as a basic t-shirt or sweatshirt. You must not wear a watch or any jewellery. No hats, caps or head coverings are allowed except any worn for religious reasons.
  • Clear the room, including all books, papers, phones and other electronic equipment except that to be used to take your test etc. You are allowed one sheet of plain paper, a pen or pencil, and an un-labelled water bottle.
  • Make sure you switch off other screen sharing applications, eg Zoom, Skype, and enable pop-ups for Examity. Here are some other troubleshooting tips you may need.
  • Close all programs, then start the Chrome (or Edge in China) web browser.
  • Have your passport ready (no soft copies or photocopies are allowed). Your passport must be valid.
  • It is essential that you log in 15 minutes before the start time of your scheduled test with Examity. If you are more than 30 minutes late for your start time, you will not be permitted to take the test.
  • Be alone in the room with the door closed.

 

For any enquiries regarding the above, please email support@englishlanguagetesting.co.uk.

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