The National Youth Agency - Take GCSEs bit by bit then have a year’s rest

Take GCSEs bit by bit then have a year’s rest

29 Aug 2008
Changes to the GCSE qualification have been announced with claims that it will create a modularised system.

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Changes include each unit being assesed as soon as it is completed with one chance to resit, sitting exams early, young people being able to take a years break between GCSE's and A levels and coursework being carried out under controlled environments rather than at home.