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GCSE French, German and Spanish (new specifications)

Change to number of Speaking assessment task cards for first exams in 2026

GCSE Computer Science grading adjustment for 2024

Ofqual has instructed exam boards to make grading adjustments for GCSE Computer Science for summer 2024.

GCSE French and German grading adjustment for 2024

We wanted to confirm the grading adjustment for GCSE French and German and what this means for summer 2024 results.

GCSE Business: assessment changes for summer 2026

As part of our qualifications review, we’re making changes to the way we assess 6 mark questions for GCSE Business (8132) Papers 1 and Paper 2.

GCSE Media Studies: 2026 Close Study Product booklet now available

The Close Study Product (CSP) booklet for the 2026 exam series is available on Centre Services.

GCSE Music Component 1: guidance for supporting learners with extra time

For summer 2024 we’ve made changes to the way you submit your non-exam assessment (NEA) coursework samples for GCSE Music.

Ofqual's letter to schools and colleges on exams and grading arrangements in summer 2024

Ofqual's Chief Regulator, Sir Ian Bauckham CBE, has shared the plans for exams and grading in summer 2024.

GCSE Music: submitting NEA sample files in summer 2024

For summer 2024 we’ve made changes to the way you submit your non-exam assessment (NEA) coursework samples for GCSE Music.

GCSE Dance: submitting NEA sample files in summer 2024 

For summer 2024 we’ve made changes to the way you submit your non-exam assessment (NEA) coursework samples for GCSE Dance.

GCSE English Language: submitting NEA sample files in summer 2024

For summer 2024 we’ve made changes to the way you submit your non-exam assessment (NEA) coursework samples for GCSE English Spoken Language.