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What Do You Think Of A-levels And GCSE Qualifications?

The Results of Ofqual’s annual survey of the perceptions qualifications is published today. So, what do you think of A-levels and GCSE qualifications?

Who was surveyed?

  • 262 head teachers
  • 601 teachers
  • 313 15 – 19 year olds
  • 261 parents
  • 265 academic professionals
  • 264 managers
  • 1008 members of the public

What did they think of GCSEs?

70% said that GCSEs were well understood

72% think that GCSEs are a trusted qualification

70% said that GCSEs are good preparation for further study

40% think that GCSE standards are maintained year on year

38% think that the marking of GCSEs is accurate

38% said that GCSEs are good preparation for work

66% were aware of the new 9 – 1 grading scale for GCSEs – rather worryingly, only 32% of employers surveyed were aware of the new grading system, which could be problematic for people applying for vacancies. Only 29% of the general public were aware of this change!

What did they think of A-levels?

61% said that A-levels are well understood by people

80% think that A-levels are a trusted qualification

79% think that A-levels are good preparation for further study

47% think that A-level standards are maintained year of year

41% said that the marking of A-levels is accurate

41% said that A-levels are good preparation for work

 

About Lynette Daly

Lynette is the editing publisher of Moving On magazine. Moving On is devoted to helping young people make the right choices for their future – education, qualifications and careers. Moving On really wants to motivate you! Our articles cover a range of topics to inspire and give ideas. Our magazines are delivered free to all schools, colleges and sixth forms in England and is also available online.

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