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    Looking back at the November 2025 exams

    Quick glance data, commentaries on areas for development and resources curated for post-16 teachers

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    GCSE and A-level Religious Studies: qualification updates for 2026     

    Important language updates to our Religious Studies qualifications for summer 2026 

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    Response to consultation on post-16 education and training

    AQA has responded to the Government’s consultation on changes to post-16 education and training in England.

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    Digital exams are part of the future

    AQA responds to Ofqual’s consultation, Regulating on-screen assessment

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    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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    GCSE Physical Education: specification updates for summer 2027

    Small updates to the scheme of assessment for Athletics.

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    New appointments to further strengthen AQA’s Executive Team

    AQA is delighted to announce the appointment of two new members of its Executive Team.

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    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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    AQA acquires leading training provider

    Exam board AQA has strengthened its commitment to apprenticeships and adult skills by acquiring a training provider.

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    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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    GCSE French, German and Spanish: specification updates for summer 2026

    Department for Education (DfE) changes to subject content and updated vocabulary lists

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    A chance to make the student voice heard

    AQA is looking for students to join its Student Advisory Group to make key decisions about the future of exams

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