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Find out about Ofqual's rules for the qualifications and assessments we regulate.
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For Level 3, Level 1/2 and Level 2 vocational and technical qualifications (VTQs) used for progression and taken alongside or in place of A-levels and GCSEs.
A series of 'postcards' outlining the work Ofqual is doing, with an emphasis on current reforms to qualifications in England.
Guidance on collecting evidence of student performance to ensure resilience in the qualifications system for GCSE, AS and A levels, Project Qualifications and AEA.
The gateway enables you to communicate and seek information about what it means, and involves, to be recognised and regulated by Ofqual.
Information about changes to assessments to support disabled students.
Guidance on formats and timings for submitting data to Ofqual.
Rules and regulations for all GCSEs (9 to 1).
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