//www.sqa.org.uk SQA Categorised News RSS Feed en //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115907.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115907.html The College Development Network (CDN) College Awards took place on Thursday 4 December, recognising the talent, skills and achievements of colleges, their staff and their learners. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 09:19:55 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/105867.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/105867.html Statement on publication Hayward Review from David Middleton, Chair of the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:34:35 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/108287.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/108287.html New esports qualification opens the door to a billion-pound industry for Scottish students Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:30:39 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107447.html SQA has published national qualification appeals outcomes, and an analysis of the relationship between estimates and results awarded in August.2023 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:28:02 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107609.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107609.html SQA is one of the sponsors at the Going Global conference in Edinburgh this week. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:26:26 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/116527.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/116527.html Scottish Government announces the chair and members of the Qualifications Scotland Board. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:29:08 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115927.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115927.html SQA has announced small changes to the 2026 exam timetable. Tue, 9 Dec 2025 15:02:27 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112410.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112410.html SQA, the Scottish Government and the Scottish Association of Teachers of History (SATH) met today to discuss the results of a survey of history teachers. Mon, 8 Dec 2025 15:10:13 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115750.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115750.html Scotland's new qualifications body starts work on 2 December with a promise to put learners and educators at the heart of decision-making. Tue, 2 Dec 2025 15:58:41 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115607.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115607.html Data published today (11/11/25) shows significant growth in the number of learners requesting Assessment Arrangements for National Qualifications. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:03:06 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115567.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115567.html SQA publishes research into the experiences of National Qualifications markers. Fri, 7 Nov 2025 11:53:59 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115507.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115507.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is celebrating the centenary of Higher National Qualifications. Tue, 4 Nov 2025 10:24:31 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114587.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114587.html At Baldragon Academy in Dundee, the National Progression Award (NPA) in Beekeeping at SCQF Level 5 is providing pupils with practical experience, scientific knowledge, and transferable life skills. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:40:17 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115447.html SQA has published new research revealing nuanced attitudes that challenge assumptions about young people's relationship with AI technology.. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:56:48 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115187.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/115187.html SQA hosted the Scottish Training Federation's annual conference at its offices in Glasgow. Wed, 8 Oct 2025 10:10:43 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114987.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114987.html SQA Advanced qualifications are now benchmarked against Indian National Skills Qualification Framework. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:47:50 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114947.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114947.html From today (Thursday 11 September), SQA will start publishing its 2025 National Qualifications course reports. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:33:26 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114747.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114747.html Pupils at Dunbar Grammar School are learning to steam milk, serve customers, and manage a coffee shop — all as part of a hands-on qualification that’s preparing them for life beyond the classroom. Thu, 4 Sep 2025 15:34:36 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114788.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114788.html SQA has published its Corporate Parenting Report 2022–25, showing how we have supported care experienced people over the past three years. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:37:56 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114787.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114787.html Are you interested in the values that'll shape our new national qualifications body, Qualifications Scotland? Thu, 28 Aug 2025 14:07:57 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114770.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114770.html SQA Chief Executive, Nick Page, welcomed teachers and lecturers to the new session, and reaffirmed SQA's commitment to working with the education and skills community to support Scotland's learners. Wed, 27 Aug 2025 14:30:00 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114727.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114727.html More than sixty teachers and students visited SQA’s offices in Glasgow with a view to strengthening international collaboration and foster cultural exchange and celebrate the success of a partnership that has now been running for over 20 years. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:15:37 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114708.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114708.html Two former Foundation Apprentices from Dumfries have said that the skills they developed and experiences they have gained as part of their course have put them on the path to success. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:35:08 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114667.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114667.html Pupils at Castlemilk High School are developing practical, hands-on experience in horticulture, landscaping and food production. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 11:20:26 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114607.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114607.html Young people receiving qualification results this summer are being encouraged to consider apprenticeships as a valuable alternative to university, offering hands-on experience, formal qualifications and a wage from day one. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:16 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114548.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114548.html Thu, 7 Aug 2025 11:41:24 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114469.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114469.html Care experienced young people are among the tens of thousands of learners across Scotland who today received their results from SQA. This includes young people who are currently, or have previously been in any form of care, including foster care, residential care, and kinship care. Tue, 5 Aug 2025 15:38:10 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114509.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114509.html Around 147,000 learners across Scotland will receive their results today - and their hard work has made 2025 a ‘landmark year’ of achievement and success for them. Tue, 5 Aug 2025 10:04:00 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114508.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114508.html Due to the widespread disruption caused by Storm Floris, Royal Mail has confirmed that there will be delays to the delivery of SQA results in several parts of Scotland. In particular, we know deliveries to the Outer Hebrides, Orkney, and Shetland will be delayed due to the adverse weather. Further localised delays to deliveries may occur at short notice. Mon, 4 Aug 2025 15:17:16 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114447.html Find out more about the support and guidance available to young people across Scotland awaiting their SQA results on Tuesday 5 August. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:43:12 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114427.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114427.html Recruitment of Board members for Qualifications Scotland. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 14:58:04 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114327.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114327.html New SQA Chief Executive Nick Page today (7 July) launched his leadership by announcing key actions for the next 100 days to fast-track change for learners and educators across Scotland. Mon, 7 Jul 2025 12:03:25 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114227.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114227.html CEO brings ‘classroom to boardroom’ experience and track record of transformation and delivery Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:29:02 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114111.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114111.html SQA's offers its warmest congratulations to our former Director of Qualifications Development, Dr. Gill Stewart, who has been named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the King's Birthday Honours list..  Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:02:29 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114047.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/114047.html SQA has published guidance on acceptable use of GenAI tools in assessments for the 2025-26 session.  Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:40:06 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113527.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113527.html SQA exams begin this week for tens of thousands of learners across Scotland, who will sit assessments for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher courses. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:43:13 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113347.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113347.html SQA has published its final Responsible Business Annual Review, celebrating the many ways its colleagues have delivered for SQA’s communities during the organisation’s final year. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:35:33 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113307.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113307.html SQA Interim Chief Executive John Booth met with Competence Matters Ltd - a Cumbernauld-based training provider in the construction industry - to get an insight into the issues and opportunities facing the sector. Fri, 4 Apr 2025 11:27:10 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111047.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111047.html SQA announces that ten of its industry-leading Advanced Diploma qualifications have been recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency. Fri, 4 Apr 2025 09:52:15 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113288.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113288.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has published its first Consumer Duty Report detailing its work to put learners, schools, colleges and customers at the heart of its decision-making. Thu, 3 Apr 2025 12:06:18 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113107.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113107.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has announced that it is removing exams from three of its National Qualifications ahead of session 2025-26. Thu, 3 Apr 2025 11:06:07 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113087.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/113087.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has appointed experienced headteacher Sarah Brown as Senior Advisor. Tue, 18 Mar 2025 14:49:00 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112987.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112987.html Tue, 4 Mar 2025 10:58:31 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112967.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112967.html Find out more about Modern Apprenticeship opportunities at SQA. Mon, 3 Mar 2025 07:08:57 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112933.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112933.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) today announced a new interim leadership structure. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:23:36 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112867.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112867.html Scotland’s Chief Examiner and Chief Executive of SQA is moving on from her current role to pursue new opportunities. Mon, 17 Feb 2025 11:32:02 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112807.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112807.html SQA publishes the latest phase of its research on teachers' views of GenAI in education. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:30:14 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112707.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112707.html SQA announces changes to the 2025 exam timetable for National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher qualifications. Mon, 3 Feb 2025 10:16:02 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112667.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112667.html SQA confirms changes to the language used in its documentation to promote anti-racism through education.  Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:36:42 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112567.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112567.html SQA is looking for experienced secondary head teacher to join it in a new senior advisory role. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 09:47:07 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112335.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112335.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has published its new list of Scottish set texts for National 5 and Higher English courses for implementation from session 2025-26. This follows an extensive consultation that heard the views of teachers, learners, and literary experts from across the country. Mon, 6 Jan 2025 11:54:20 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112447.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112447.html SQA confirm more Higher History support and resources will be made available for teachers in 2025.  Tue, 17 Dec 2024 14:27:11 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112428.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112428.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) today published findings from one of its largest surveys of teachers, learners, parents and carers across Scotland. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:30:44 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112367.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112367.html Tue, 3 Dec 2024 10:12:25 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112327.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112327.html The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is today launching a ‘Your Voice’ campaign, calling on Scotland’s learners, teachers, lecturers, parents, and carers to sign up to new partnership panels. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 16:29:27 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112288.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112288.html An ambitious blueprint for Scotland's new qualifications body is published today, marking the start of a year-long transition from SQA to Qualifications Scotland. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:56:29 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112247.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112247.html SQA sponsored the Judges’ Award category and this year’s winner was Dundee and Angus College. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:04:23 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112172.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112172.html Review of Higher History has concluded that the marking standard in 2024 did not change  Wed, 6 Nov 2024 14:29:14 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109767.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109767.html SQA has written to centres today regarding updates to a small number of courses from session 2024-25 onwards. Wed, 6 Nov 2024 13:41:12 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112150.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/112150.html We’re pleased to launch a public consultation on the revision of our Equality Outcomes for 2025-2029. Fri, 1 Nov 2024 14:25:15 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111968.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111968.html SQA has welcomed partners from the STF for their annual autumn conference.  Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:33:00 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111907.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111907.html Staff from SQA visited Lourdes Secondary School in Cardonald to deliver an employability skills workshop for senior pupils. Thu, 3 Oct 2024 16:34:38 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111767.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111767.html The reports provide teachers and lecturers with a summary of how learners have performed in their exams and coursework for each subject at National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher level over the past year. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:18:58 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111290.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111290.html A Glasgow school for young people with complex additional support needs is celebrating the achievements of its pupils. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:18:17 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111247.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111247.html Foundation Apprenticeships give learners the opportunity to gain experience of the workplace and achieve a valuable qualification while still being at school. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:59:15 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111547.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111547.html SQA publishes new guidance to help make PE qualifications more accessible to learners Wed, 4 Sep 2024 09:58:00 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111168.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/111168.html Learners across Scotland will receive their national qualification results today (Tuesday 6 August 2024) as the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) celebrated their 'achievement and hard work'. Tue, 6 Aug 2024 09:33:41 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110967.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110967.html Over the coming weeks and months, SQA will be working with the Scottish Government and a wide range of stakeholders to develop plans for future learner engagement to support the transition to Qualifications Scotland. Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:36:07 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107690.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107690.html Shirley Rogers starts her new role on Friday 1 December, replacing David Middleton who has been in post since 2017. Fri, 7 Jun 2024 17:01:48 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110750.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110750.html The Scottish Government published the Education (Scotland) Bill this morning. Wed, 5 Jun 2024 10:57:52 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110589.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110589.html SQA today (Wednesday 22 May) announces that thousands of learners will be able to get access to some of their marked exam papers from their schools and colleges from Results Day on Tuesday 6 August. Wed, 5 Jun 2024 10:46:12 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110707.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110707.html New research reveals the impact Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is having on education in Scotland. Mon, 3 Jun 2024 15:36:44 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109653.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109653.html Apprenticeships give young talent chance to excel at SQA Fri, 10 May 2024 10:43:52 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110159.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/110159.html The exam period begins on Monday 22 April and concludes on Thursday 30 May. Wed, 8 May 2024 11:27:40 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109903.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109903.html Research reflecting teachers' and learners' experiences of National Courses in 2023 is published today. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 12:32:56 +0100 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109707.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/109707.html SQA wants your views on our Scottish set texts list for National 5 and Higher English.  Thu, 7 Mar 2024 09:16:56 +0000 //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107767.html //www.sqa.org.uk/sqa/107767.html SQA has published additional information regarding the National Qualification appeal outcomes in 2023. Tue, 5 Dec 2023 12:32:29 +0000