Chemistry: GCE A-level

(asked on 1st July 2022) - View Source

Question to the Department for Education:

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what discussions he has had with representatives of AQA about grade allocations following the reported leak of A level chemistry paper 2; and if he will make a statement.


Answered by
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Will Quince
This question was answered on 27th July 2022

The department has not had discussions with representatives of AQA about the alleged leak of material from an A level chemistry paper. While serious exam malpractice remains rare, it is vital that any breach is thoroughly investigated by the exam boards.

Exam boards have well established processes in place to manage such incidents. AQA have confirmed that their Exams Integrity team is investigating these reports and they will take any action necessary, including working with the police.

While such leaks are very rare, exam boards have demonstrated previously that they are able to effectively gather evidence about the students who had unauthorised access to any questions before the exam was taken. In the event of a leak, Ofqual will work with the exam board to minimise the impact on students.

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