When I was at uni (2016-2019), you had to leave all of your belongings behind in a designated area, and only carry a clear/transparent container with your pen(s) to the exam room. You could optionally bring a clear water bottle (label removed.)
If you ask to use the bathroom, there is no opportunity to go back to your belongings.
In my uni you could pee when you handed in your test. Unless you got disability accommodation (I got a separate room so I could pace while I thought because adhd) where you had to hand over your phone and everything else not necessary for the test.
in my uni i heard students say they took their phones with them to the bathroom
That is absolutely wild.
When I was at uni (2016-2019), you had to leave all of your belongings behind in a designated area, and only carry a clear/transparent container with your pen(s) to the exam room. You could optionally bring a clear water bottle (label removed.)
If you ask to use the bathroom, there is no opportunity to go back to your belongings.
I’ve gotten my period by surprise during an exam, I’m glad I didn’t go to a university like that.
In my uni you could pee when you handed in your test. Unless you got disability accommodation (I got a separate room so I could pace while I thought because adhd) where you had to hand over your phone and everything else not necessary for the test.