Assessments

Why we're consulting on recognition criteria for new qualifications

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Following the Curriculum and Assessment Review, the government is introducing 3 new types of qualification for post-16 learners. Ofqual has launched a consultation on the criteria that awarding organisations must meet to be recognised to deliver these new qualifications. This blog explains what we're proposing and why.

Looking ahead to results day for GCSE and level 1/level 2 vocational and technical qualifications

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A female student looking at her exam results and smiling

On Thursday (22 August), students will receive results for GCSEs and level 1/level 2 vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs). Students should be proud of their achievements as they receive their results. The qualifications they have gained provide trustworthy evidence of …

Looking ahead to level 3 results day for AS, A level, T Level and vocational and technical qualifications

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Two female students looking at their exam results

Thursday 15 August is results day for AS, A level, T Levels and a range of vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs) taken in subjects such as engineering and health and social care. Marking and grading have taken place as normal …