Correspondence
Joint letter from Ofqual and UCAS to students, summer 2025
A letter to students, explaining how exam marking and grade boundaries work, what to do if results aren't what you expected and how to prepare for results day.
Applies to England
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What you need to know at a glance:
- The tried and tested process for marking and grading continues - the standard of work needed to achieve any particular grade is the same each year.
- Your grade will be determined by your performance in your exams and assessments.
- Most people get their first university choice, your UCAS ‘firm choice’. If you don’t, or you change your mind, there are plenty of options available, with around 28,000 courses in Clearing offering you choice and flexibility.
Updates to this page
Published 16 July 2025