Resources

Practical guidance for examination done well

Reference material for academics building an examiner record and for graduate schools appointing examiners across borders.

For academics

  • Building a credible examiner profile
  • Preparing your academic CV for verification
  • Writing a defensible examiner report
  • Managing conflicts of interest

For universities

  • Appointing an external examiner: a checklist
  • Setting examination timelines and deadlines
  • Cross-border examiner appointments
  • Evaluating examiner suitability and independence

Standards & policy

  • GAEN verification standard
  • Examination integrity principles
  • Data protection and confidentiality
  • Recognition of prior examination experience

Templates

Examiner report and appointment templates

Standardised documents graduate schools can adapt for masters and doctoral examinations. Available to registered institutions.