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New vocational qualifications
Learn more about the new V Levels and Level 2 certificates AQA will award from September 2027.
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News, thoughts and insights
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05/06/2026
AQA to develop and award new V Levels, Foundation Certificates and Occupational Certificates
AQA will deliver new vocational qualifications, available in stages from September 2027.
- News
29/04/2026
Digitally native or digitally naïve? Rethinking digital literacy in schools
A new report from AQA explores levels of digital literacy among young people
- News
23/04/2026
AQA launches fund to support teachers and learners
Education charity AQA is investing in the future of education with the launch of a new £250,000 Purpose-Driven Partnerships Fund.
- News
16/04/2026
AQA exams in countries where exams have been cancelled
What this means for schools and their students
- News
10/03/2026
AQA Group supports new V Levels and stepping stone qualifications
AQA and Training Qualifications UK stand ready to work with colleges and post-16 providers to introduce new vocational qualifications, including V Levels.
- News
02/03/2026
Safer, greener and more inclusive - digital exams are the future
AQA's response to Ofqual's consultation, 'Regulating on-screen assessment'
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24/02/2026
Response to the Government’s white paper, Every Child Achieving and Thriving
Good grades are the stepping stone to progress, said AQA in its response.
- News
05/12/2025
New optional modern texts added to A-level English Literature specifications
We've added five new optional additional texts to our A-level English Literature specifications A and B, available for first teaching in September 2025.
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21/11/2025
GCSE Physical Education: specification updates for summer 2027
Small updates to the scheme of assessment for Athletics.
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05/11/2025
Evolution not revolution, reduced exam time and financial education
AQA has responded to Professor Becky Francis’ Curriculum and Assessment Review final report.
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09/10/2025
AS and A-level Business: Our new accredited specification for first teaching in September 2026
Our new AS and A-level Business specification is built for the future, equipping learners with the skills and insights they need to succeed in today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving world of work.
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