eksamiperioodid

Eksamiperioodid (exam periods) are designated windows during which educational institutions conduct examinations and official assessments. They mark the culmination of teaching periods and are used to determine grades, credits, and progression for students. The term is widely used in Estonian higher education and many schools to describe the time when most formal exams take place.

In Estonia, the academic year is typically organized into autumn and spring terms, each followed by an eksamiperiood. Institutions may schedule one or more exam periods per term, and some programs also include mid-term assessments or make-up sessions. The exact timetable and length of an eksamiperiood vary by institution and program, but they are generally planned well in advance to coordinate exams, room allocations, and invigilation.

Assessments during eksamiperioodid can take multiple forms, including written exams, oral exams, practical demonstrations, project presentations, and take-home assignments. Many courses combine continuous assessment with a final exam, and some programs offer retake opportunities for students who do not achieve a satisfactory result. Registration for exams, submission deadlines for coursework, and policies on retakes or grade appeals are governed by institutional rules.

The outcome of eksamiperioodid influences course grades, credit completion, and progression to the next term or to graduation. In secondary education, there are related national examinations (riigieksamid) that may occur within defined assessment periods, serving as key milestones for students finishing gymnasium studies. Overall, eksamiperioodid provide a structured framework for formal assessment within the academic calendar.