To run a remote on-demand exam successfully you'll need to meet certain requirements, which are explained on this page. Please make sure you understand these requirements, and can meet them, before you book.
1. Check availability
Remote on-demand exams are only allowed to be taken by students in selected locations. Please visit our remote exam availability page to find out if you are permitted to take a remote exam in your location.
2. Check your equipment and internet connection
Your device must meet the minimum specification requirements to run the exam successfully.
Exams cannot be taken on a Mac device nor is the use of a VPN connection permitted. We do not recommend using a computer provided by your employer or institute as they often use a VPN and/or their additional security settings may interfere with the successful running of the exam.
You should check your system against the full minimum system requirements before booking. Making these checks in advance will greatly reduce the risk of you experiencing a technical disruption on exam day.
System requirements
- Exams must only be run on desktop PCs or full-size laptop computers
- Exams cannot be run on Macs
- The recommended minimum screen size is 17”
- Dual monitors are not allowed
- Touchscreen is not allowed
Your home broadband must be stable and free from interruptions. An unstable connection can cause problems during the exam. Use of a VPN connection is not permitted.
We strongly recommend you connect via a wired internet connection and not a wireless internet connection.
There are some additional requirements around the use of laptop computers that you should be aware of:
- Your hardware/software must meet the requirements detailed below.
- You should connect your laptop to a mains power supply to run your exam. You should not run the exam on battery power alone.
- We strongly recommend that you only use a laptop with a docking station, mouse, and monitor.
We recommend that you have a printer, so you can print your provisional result notification immediately after the exam. The document will print to the default printer set up on the device you are using, and the default paper size of the document is A4.
If you don't have access to a printer, and if your device settings allow you to, you can download and save your provisional results notification.
Otherwise you will receive a downloadable notification of your results in myACCA within 48 hours of completing your exam.
| OS Patch Level | Windows 8.1 running in desktop mode. If you are running Windows 8.0, Microsoft offers Windows 8.1 as a free upgrade. Microsoft regularly release software and security updates. You must ensure that the updates are pack installed. RT is not currently supported. Surface devices are not currently supported
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| CPU | 2Ghz |
| Memory | 4Gb 200Mb Free at the time of starting the exam. |
| Hard Disk | 100Mb free at the time of starting the exam. |
| Graphics | A graphics adapter that: - supports DirectX 9c or newer Use of dual monitors is not allowed. |
| Power | Power settings should be set NOT TO sleep or hibernate while you are running the exam. |
| General | The use of virtualised machines is not allowed |
| Regional | Regional settings must be set to “English (United Kingdom)” Decimal Separator must be set to “.” |
| OS Patch Level | Windows10 RT is not currently supported. Surface devices are not currently supported Cortana is not currently supported
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| CPU | 2Ghz |
| Memory | 4Gb 200Mb Free at the time of starting the exam. |
| Hard Disk | 100Mb free at the time of starting the exam. |
| Graphics | A graphics adapter that: - supports DirectX 9c or newer Use of dual monitors is not allowed. |
| Power | Power settings should be set NOT TO sleep or hibernate while you are running the exam. |
| General | The use of virtualised machines is not allowed |
| Regional | Regional settings must be set to “English (United Kingdom)” Decimal Separator must be set to “.” |
3. Check you can run the invigilation software
To successfully participate in a remote on-demand exam you need to be able to run the invigilation software. You should check you can do this before booking your exam.
4. Make sure you understand the exam rules, including room and desk setup
In order for remote exams to be taken as securely and rigorously as our centre-based exams, there are some room and desk setup requirements which students need to adhere to. You can find these fully explained in the exam regulations, exam guidelines and the guide to desk setup.
5. Make sure you have booked additional support, if you need it
If you need any additional support when taking your exam, this needs to be requested and approved before you book.
Any questions?
If you still have any questions prior to booking please visit our frequently asked questions - link to be updated
