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Who and what Ofqual regulates, how to apply to be regulated and what happens when you want to stop being regulated.
Find out about Ofqual's rules for the qualifications and assessments we regulate.
Find the difficulty level of a qualification and compare qualifications across different countries.
Most qualifications have a difficulty level. The higher the level, the…
There are 9 qualification levels. Entry level Each entry level…
Qualifications outside England, Wales and Northern Ireland use different…
This guidance clarifies the extent (or location) to which the leaseholder protections apply. It also explains what is meant by qualifying date and qualifying lease.
How to get a grade reviewed (GCSE or AS or A level or other qualifications) by your school or college: how to appeal to your exam board and to Ofqual.
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Ofqual is a non-ministerial department.
Information on how Ofqual is regulating the technical qualification component of T Levels.
Check if a qualification is regulated and what level it is on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF)
Information about the Action Plan led by Ofqual to support the complete and correct delivery of vocational and technical qualification results for 2023 and beyond.
Recent updates regarding regulated qualifications.
Research papers by and for Ofqual on the validity of qualifications and assessments and what improvements can be made.
Guidance on formats and timings for submitting data to Ofqual.
A comprehensive set of QAR resources to offer information and support for training providers.
Find out about loans that count as qualifying loans.
Subject matter specialists provide invaluable advice to Ofqual as we carry out our role in regulating qualifications. Find out how to apply to be one.
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