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Frequently Asked Questions
I’m an ODL student, where can I sit my exam?
You can contact education@gem-a.com for guidance on available examination centres. Please note that not all examination centres are guaranteed to be available for every exam session.
Examinations may be possible in the following locations, Australia, Bahrain, Canada, China, France, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Myanmar, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States of America.
Please note that Diamond Practical examinations are limited to a smaller selection of locations.
Can I take my exam in a different language from the one I took my course in?
Yes, if the exam is available in your chosen language, however, please note that not all languages are available, and an administration fee will be payable.
Contact education@gem-a.com for more information
Can I re-do an assessment?
Unless there are proven mitigating circumstances, students will not be able to re-do any assessments. If you are in a situation that you believe would constitute mitigating circumstances, please contact your tutor as soon as you can. More information can be found in the Student Policies and Procedures.
Can I defer my exam(s) to a later date?
All students are automatically entered for the examinations at the end of their course at the time of enrolment onto that course. Students may only withdraw due to proven unforeseen mitigating circumstances as detailed in the withdrawals policy.
Students will be asked to complete an exams information form prior to the exams, which will give you an opportunity to request your preferred exam location and indicate how you would like your name to appear on any certificate. Students who do not complete the form will be allocated to the exam centre considered most appropriate by Gem-A.
Can I bring my Practical Handbook into the Diamond and Gemmology Diploma exam?
A student may bring their A5 Diploma Practical Handbook that was issued as part of their Gemmology Diploma course into their practical examination only. A student may bring their A5 Diamond Grading Manual that was issued as part of their Diamond course into their practical examination only. Both may contain up to 5 A4 sheets stapled into them which can include any handwritten notes made by the student.
No additional resources are allowed in the Foundation Gemmology examinations