Andalusia PAU Chemistry exam-day guide
Andalusia PAU Chemistry · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official ID document
Bring the original DNI/NIE or passport, the same document used at registration. Confirm with your school or the Universidad de Sevilla (coordinating university for PEvAU in Andalusia) which documents are accepted and whether a photocopy is valid; do not rely on a copy unless confirmed.
Exam admission/registration receipt
Print or save the proof of enrolment in the PEvAU (resguardo de matrícula) showing your subjects and sede. Some sedes ask for it at access control; confirm with the provider whether it is required.
Blue or black ballpoint pens (at least two)
Write in blue or black ink. Bring spares; pencil is only for rough work or diagrams unless the instructions say otherwise.
Pencil, eraser and sharpener
For graphs, diagrams and rough work. Keep them in a clear pencil case.
Approved calculator
Check the current PEvAU calculator rules for Chemistry: typically a non-programmable scientific calculator is allowed, but programmable/graphing models and those with communication capability are not. Confirm the exact permitted model list with the provider before exam day.
Ruler and protractor
Useful for graphs, geometry and diagram-based questions in Chemistry and other science subjects.
Clear pencil case or transparent bag
Keep only permitted material visible on the desk. Confirm with the provider whether a clear case is mandatory at your sede.
Analogue watch
Many sedes do not allow mobile phones on the desk, so a simple watch helps you manage time. Confirm the provider's policy on watches and phones.
Water bottle with label removed
Stay hydrated, especially in June. Confirm with the provider whether bottles are allowed in the exam room.
Light snack for between papers
If you have two sessions in one day, bring something quick to eat during the break. Confirm where food and drink may be consumed at your sede.
Know your sede and arrival time
Check the assignment (sede, building, room, call time) on the official PEvAU information published by the Universidad de Sevilla or your centre. Arrive with margin for ID checks.
Review the official instructions for each subject
Re-read the structure and scoring of the Chemistry paper (number of questions, choice, optional sections) from the official PEvAU materials. Confirm the current format with the provider, as it can change between years.
Plan the day
Finish content review and switch to timed practice. Work through full past PEvAU Chemistry papers under exam conditions, using the official answer keys to mark yourself. Focus on the question types you lose most marks on, and write a one-page summary of formulas, units and common pitfalls (significant figures, units, oxidation states, equilibrium expressions).
Confirm logistics: sede address, transport, call time, and whether you have all sessions in one day or across several. Check the calculator rules and the list of permitted material for Chemistry with your centre or the provider.
Pack your bag with ID, admission receipt, pens, pencil, eraser, calculator, ruler, clear case, watch and water. Lay out clothes. Do a light review only: formulas, units, and the structure of the paper. Do not start new topics. Sleep at your normal time.
Eat a normal breakfast and arrive at the sede well before the call time. Keep your phone switched off and stored as instructed. Check that your calculator is in the permitted mode and has working batteries. Read the cover instructions carefully before writing.
Read the whole paper first and choose your questions according to the scoring rules. Budget time per question and leave 5–10 minutes to check units, significant figures and that every answer is clearly numbered. Show working: method marks are often available even if the final number is wrong. If a question stalls you, move on and return later.
Write legibly in blue or black ink, number answers exactly as the paper requires, and cross out rough work you do not want marked. If you need to leave the room, follow the invigilator's instructions; do not take papers out of the room.
Do not spend time comparing answers with others between sessions; focus on the next paper. Keep your materials together for the remaining sessions.
Rules to check
Bring the original ID used at registration (DNI/NIE or passport) and keep it on the desk if instructed. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a photocopy is valid.
Mobile phones and other electronic devices must be switched off and stored away from your desk. Confirm the provider's exact policy on phones, smartwatches and other devices; possession during the exam can lead to disqualification.
Only permitted material may be on the desk: pens, pencil, eraser, ruler, approved calculator and clear case. Check the current permitted calculator list with the provider; programmable or communication-capable calculators are generally not allowed.
Follow the invigilator's instructions at all times, including on arrival, ID checks, seating, leaving the room and the end of the exam. Raise your hand if you need to leave; do not communicate with other candidates.
Write your answers in the space and format required by the paper, number them clearly, and do not remove exam papers or answer sheets from the room.
Scoring follows the official PEvAU criteria for each subject: show working and units, and answer the required number of questions. Check the current Chemistry paper structure and marking scheme with the provider before the exam.
Breaks between sessions, if any, are managed by the sede; confirm where you may wait, eat and keep your belongings. Do not discuss the paper with candidates who have not yet sat it.
If you need special arrangements (accessibility, medical needs), confirm the procedure and deadlines with the provider well in advance; do not assume they will be granted on the day.