This guide provides instructions on how to scan and mark paper bubble sheets using Gradescope.

Note: Use of Gradescope bubble sheets is a UQ centrally supported exam option. 

Note: Gradescope will only work with papers using the Gradescope Bubble Sheet template.

2. Instructions to Students

Steps to maximise the number of papers automatically assigned to students and to reduce the number of answers identified as "uncertain" and requiring manual checking communicate the following instructions to students.

Tip: Use this editable slide Gradescope Bubble Sheet student instructions (PPTX, 403.2 KB) in a lecture when providing instructions.

Note: Correctly completed papers should have >95% rate of automatic assignment, and the number of "uncertain" answers should be minimal.

  1. Use a 2B pencil to complete the Bubble Sheet.
  2. Bring an eraser/rubber so you can easily change an answer if needed. 
  3. In the Name box enter their First Name Last Name in block capitals.
  4. In the ID box enter your eight digital UQ ID number (which can be found on your UQ student ID card). i.e. 12345678
  5. In the the Venue box enter the location of your exam (not required for non central exams).
  6. In the Date box enter the date you are completing the assessment.
  7. In the Seat Number box enter your exam seat number (not required for non central exams).