You must bring the following documents/items with you on the day of the test:
Do not bring your photographic ID to your desk. If your photographic ID is displayed on your desk, you will be disqualified.
Do not bring any electronic items such as calculators, mobile phones, smart watches, digital sound recorders, MP3 players, cameras, etc. into the test room or you will be disqualified.
If you are taking the test outside Italy, your test centre will contact you in August with details of the venue address and when to arrive. If you are taking the test in Italy, the venue details will be published on the UniversItaly and university websites on 1 September, please check there for full details of the test day arrangements. Please plan your journey in advance to arrive in good time.
The instructions for taking the test are quite complicated and it is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct papers. Before the test, you will be given an envelope containing your test documents. You must check everything carefully to make sure you have received the right papers, when instructed.
Please be aware that you may be required to remain in the test venue for up to four hours from the start of the test. Please ensure your travel arrangements take this into account.
You will receive a white envelope. When instructed by the invigilator, open the envelope and check it contains:
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