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Scottish Baccalaureates

Scottish Baccalaureates are new qualifications which were introduced for the first time in August 2009. The following short video provides an introduction to the awards.

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There are two Baccalaureates -

Both of these qualifications are available at SCQF level 7.

Baccalaureates News

Expansion of Scottish Baccalaureate Provision

SQA are proposing to expand the provision of the Scottish Baccalaureate to offer all pupils studying at Advanced Higher level the opportunity to choose a Baccalaureate in a suitable subject area. We are proposing to broaden the two existing awards and develop two new awards in Expressive Arts and Social Sciences. Click here to view the proposed frameworks and give feedback

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About the Baccalaureates

Baccalaureates student image 1The Scottish Baccalaureate in Science and the Scottish Baccalaureate in Languages consist of a coherent group of current Higher and Advanced Higher qualifications in science and languages respectively. But what makes a Scottish Baccalaureate unique is the Interdisciplinary Project.

The Interdisciplinary Project

The Interdisciplinary Project is an Advanced Higher Unit in which you apply your subject knowledge in realistic contexts. You carry out an investigation or practical assignment — your theme may be for example — ‘Employability and using languages in the Scottish market’ or perhaps ‘Testing energy options for sustainable solutions’. This is likely to involve you working outwith your school — in a college or university, or in a community or workplace setting.

The Interdisciplinary Project will help you to develop and show evidence of initiative, responsibility, and independent working — skills of real value in the world of higher education and work.

Grading

Scottish Baccalaureates will be awarded at Pass and Distinction.

A Distinction will require a grade A in one eligible Advanced Higher Course, one other grade A in any other component, and at least a grade B in all other components.

A Pass will be awarded to those who achieve at least a grade C in all mandatory components and who do not meet the criteria for Distinction.

Further information

Please use the links on the left and right to find out more about the Baccalaureates.