National Qualifications in 2020-21
Information to support you in delivering National Courses in session 2020/21, including arrangements for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher course assessments.
For other SQA qualifications, see Higher National and Vocational Qualifications guidance 2020-21.
Appeals - information for learners
Register for an appeal and important information on the 2021 appeals process.
Appeals - information for centres
Information for schools, colleges and training providers.
Alternative certification model
The alternative certification model for National Qualifications in 2021.
Incomplete evidence
Arrangement to cover learners disadvantaged by severe disruption to learning and teaching in 2021.
NQ subject pages
For detailed information on changes to course assessments, see your NQ subject page.
Learner and parent information
The 2021 blog has the latest updates for learners, parents and carers.
Related news
SQA statements on changes to NQ course assessments in session 2020-21.
Latest updates
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Centre toolkit
This toolkit is for schools, colleges and partner organisations. It contains key messages that are ready to use in communications to parents, carers and learners.
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