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  12/10/2026

  Extended Project Qualification: support for NEA online submissions via CMS

  New resources and updated FAQs for November 2026 series

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  09/10/2026

  Exam question papers – now available on Centre Services the day after the exam

  We know how important it is for you to be able to review and analyse the question papers soon after the exams.

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  22/09/2026

  Changes to assessments from summer 2027 onwards

  Improving the accessibility of our question papers

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  14/09/2026

  Launch of AQA’s Purpose-Driven Partnerships Programme

  Do you have an idea to improve education for teachers and learners? We’d love to hear from you! Launching today, 14 September 2026, AQA’s Purpose-Driven Partnerships Programme is a one-year funding opportunity for organisations working to improve education.

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  14/09/2026

  GCSE Media Studies: updated Close Study Product for 2028 exams

  Replacement Close Study Product for summer 2028

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  07/09/2026

  Free training, support and updates for all teachers

  The Autumn edition of myAQA magazine is out now! Flip through your school’s copy or grab a digital version to easily book training, read articles and find out about AQA’s support.

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  07/09/2026

  AQA Student Advisory Group recruitment begins

  We’re looking for new Student Advisory Group members for 2026/27!

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  02/09/2026

  AQA Artwork Competition

  Calling all art and design teachers! Take the role of creative director – get your students to respond to a live, creative brief.

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  01/09/2026

  GCSE Maths and GCSE Sciences formulae and equation sheets for 2027 and 2028 onwards 

  Arrangements for formulae and equation sheets for 2027 exams, and Ofqual consultation outcome for exams from 2028 for current specifications

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  14/08/2026

  AQA approved to deliver new vocational qualifications for launch in September 2027

  Ofqual has approved AQA's plans to develop new level 2 and 3 vocational qualifications, including V Levels, for young people aged 16–19.

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  28/07/2026

  AQA welcomes the Government’s announcement to encourage more technical and vocational pathways for young people

  The reforms are a welcome step forward towards tackling the challenges of keeping young people engaged in education, training and employment

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  03/07/2026

  AQA to launch certificated course for financial skills

  AQA Financial Futures is designed around practical skills for everyday life.