Advanced Higher Engineering Science
Course Specification
Explains the structure of the Course, including its purpose and aims and information on the skills, knowledge and understanding that will be developed.
- Advanced Higher Engineering Science Course Specification September 2019
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
Access all past papers by subject/level
Specimen question paper
Illustrates the standard, structure and requirements of the question papers candidates will sit (includes marking instructions).
Coursework (08/09/2025)
This section provides information on marking instructions and/or the coursework assessment task(s). It includes information that centres need to administer coursework and must be read in conjunction with the course specification.
Understanding Standards (04/03/2026)
Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
Further examples of candidate evidence and commentaries for project can be found on the secure website and you can access these through your Co-ordinator.
Webinar (recording)
Webinar recording - Project (01 October 2024)
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- Download webinar Q and A
Course Assessment (04 September 2019)
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Audio Presentation
Changes to understanding standards materials
Please note: Understanding Standards material are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain up to date.
Course reports (12/08/2026)
Course Reports
- 2025 Advanced Higher Engineering Science course report September 2025
- 2024 Advanced Higher Engineering Science course report October 2024
- 2023 Advanced Higher Engineering Science course report October 2023