Ofqual has today (14 May) published a consultation on arrangements for non-exam assessment (NEA) in certain subjects and fieldwork requirements for students entering GCSE, AS and A level qualifications in 2022.

Last year, following a public consultation,we changed the non-exam assessment and fieldwork requirements for some GCSEs, AS and A levels to address obstacles caused by the pandemic. The changes were for students due to be awarded qualifications in the current academic year only. We are now seeking views on the extent to which these arrangements for certain subjects should be carried forward for students due to sit exams in summer 2022.

This consultation focuses on the subjects for which preparation and work for non-exam assessment and fieldwork activities will be taking place this term for students who will be taking their exams in 2022. It covers

• non-exam assessments in dance, design and technology, drama (and theatre), film studies, food preparation and nutrition, media studies, music, music technology, and physical education
• fieldwork activities in geography, geology and environmental science
• assessment of speaking skills in GCSE modern foreign language (MFL) qualifications
• assessment of spoken language in GCSE English language

To view the documents and further reading around the consultation please click HERE. The consultation closes at 11:45pm on 28 May 2021.