Policy paper

A world-class education system: The Advanced British Standard

A summary of proposals to introduce the Advanced British Standard, a new Baccalaureate-style qualification for 16 to 19 year olds.

From:
Department for Education
Published
4 October 2023

Applies to England

Documents

A world-class education system: The Advanced British Standard (print ready)

Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-4478-5, E02997225, CP 945

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A world-class education system: The Advanced British Standard (accessible)

Ref: ISBN 978-1-5286-4478-5, E02997225, CP 945

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Details

‘A world-class education system: The Advanced British Standard’ sets out ambitious long-term proposals for a new 16 to 19 qualification which takes the best of A levels and T levels and brings them together into a single qualification.

This proposal explains:

  • what the Advanced British Standard is
  • why it is needed
  • the initial investments the government will make to support its delivery
  • next steps in policy development
Published 4 October 2023