Aukapróf

Aukapróf is an Icelandic term for a supplementary or make-up examination offered in educational settings. It is designed to give students another opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and potentially improve a course grade beyond what was achieved in regular assessments. The concept is used in various levels of education, including upper secondary schools and higher education institutions, and its availability and rules vary between institutions.

In practice, aukapróf is typically available to students who did not meet the required standards in a course or who wish to improve their final grade. Eligibility, timing, and format are determined by the issuing institution and can differ widely. A student seeking an aukapróf may need to apply or register by a specific deadline and may be required to satisfy prerequisites or demonstrate preparation for the exam. Formats can include written, oral, or practical components, and the scope of the material usually corresponds to the course content.

Grading policies for aukapróf also vary. In some cases, the score from the aukapróf may replace a previous grade if it is higher; in others, it may be counted alongside prior assessments to form the final grade. Institutions may impose limits on when and how often an aukapróf can be taken and how it affects credit and GPA.

Overall, aukapróf serves as a formal mechanism to reassess learning outcomes and provide a path for students to achieve their academic goals, within the rules and norms of each educational establishment.