Scottish Qualifications Authority
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Aug- 2025 -5 AugustExams
Results day marks ‘landmark year’ for SQA
Around 147,000 students in Scotland will receive their results today (5 August) in what has been called a “landmark year” of achievement, the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has said. The SQA, which will be replaced by Qualifications Scotland in December, reported overall attainment rates at A-C, increasing at all levels…
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Jun- 2025 -27 JuneNews
Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) appoints new CEO
The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has appointed Nick Page as its new chief executive officer. Page brings a “track record of successful delivery, service transformation and improved outcomes” across his 30-year career spanning teaching, children’s services and local-authority leadership. He will assume the role of CEO on 7 July and…
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13 JuneExams
SQA issues new guidance on AI use in assessments
The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has issued new guidance on the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools in qualifications assessment for the 2025–26 academic year. The guidance states that learners may use GenAI when it does not undermine their ability to demonstrate the knowledge, understanding and skills required to…
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