The RWTH rectorate has decided to extend the “free attempt regulation” to apply to the 2020/21 winter semester as well. According to the regulation, exams taken in winter semester which are graded as “failed” or “insufficient” are considered ‘not taken’. However, this regulation does not apply to exams that have been graded as failed due to non-attendance without providing a good reason, due to a cheating attempt, or due to a breach of regulations.
Please also note that in the 2020/21 winter semester, it is no longer possible or to withdraw from an exam until five minutes before the start of the exam. According to the new regulation, in the winter semester, you can withdraw from an exam via RWTHonline up until 24 hours before the exam.