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GCSE Business: assessment changes for summer 2026

As part of our qualifications review, we’re making changes to the way we assess 6 mark questions for GCSE Business (8132) Papers 1 and Paper 2.

Students enjoy a ‘wild time’ at AQA Unlocking Potential celebration event at London Zoo

Students from across the country gathered at London Zoo to celebrate completing AQA Unlocking Potential.

AS and A-level Business redevelopment - an update on our progress so far 

In February 2024 we submitted our draft AS and A-level Business specification (7137, 7138) to Ofqual for accreditation. This is our new draft specification for first teaching in September 2025.

GCSE Media Studies: 2026 Close Study Product booklet now available

The Close Study Product (CSP) booklet for the 2026 exam series is available on Centre Services.

Our plans for our Functional Skills qualifications

Our Functional Skills English and Functional Skills Mathematics qualifications will be coming to an end. The last cohort for first teaching will be September 2024.

GCSE Music Component 1: guidance for supporting learners with extra time

For summer 2024 we’ve made changes to the way you submit your non-exam assessment (NEA) coursework samples for GCSE Music.

Ofqual's letter to schools and colleges on exams and grading arrangements in summer 2024

Ofqual's Chief Regulator, Sir Ian Bauckham CBE, has shared the plans for exams and grading in summer 2024.

Anne Spackman OBE new Chair of AQA Board of Trustees

We’re delighted to announce Anne Spackman OBE as the new Chair of our Board of Trustees.

ELC Science: submitting centre-assessed assignments for 2024

As we approach the non-exam assessment (NEA) deadline, we’ve got a few important reminders for submitting ELC Science marks and portfolios.

Exam and revision tips from AQA and The Student Room

We're back with The Student Room to offer exam and revision tips from our curriculum experts.