Information for examiners and moderators

These pages are an introduction to the examining and moderating process.

Learning Space

Learning Space is our web-based learning management system that allows you to access a wide range of on-demand digital training courses throughout the exam series. These include:

  • Regulatory compliance training
  • Introductory role-based modules
  • Standardisation software tutorials
  • e-Marking platform technical walkthroughs and resources
  • Navigational support for the Associate Extranet and iTrent
  • Best practice hints and tips for remote meetings

As well as these courses, Learning Space offers the facility to sign-up to our live events for new examiners and moderators. You can expect to be contacted by a member of the AQA Associate Training where live training is available for your role and component.

PC requirements

Learning Space is responsive and designed to work on both desktop and mobile devices. However, some features are optimised for larger screens. Therefore, to ensure the best user experience, we advise where possible to use a desktop or laptop with the latest version of a supported browser. It’s important that you keep your browser updated for security and functionality purposes.

AQA recommended browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge. While Learning Space might work on other browsers, we recommend avoiding Internet Explorer and Safari (MacOS) as they’re not supported by AQA.

Cookies and JavaScript: Ensure Cookies and JavaScript are enabled, as these are essential for the functionality of Learning Space.

Pop-up blockers: Some features in Learning Space require pop-ups, so please disable the pop-up blockers.

Learning Space