How much do GCSEs cost?

As a GCSE student studying in-person through a sixth-form or college, you can expect to pay tuition fees of £8000 or more for your GCSE course. Alternatively, online GCSE qualifications are often more affordable and range from between £285 to £429 per course.

How much do you pay for GCSE exams?

As a private GCSE candidate, your exams are not free. You'll need to pay for each one individually at the time of booking. The costs vary (see below), but you can usually expect to pay around £100 per exam. This fee is not typically refundable or changeable, so make sure you're booking the correct date and time.

Can you do your GCSEs for free?

Generally, no. While taking GCSEs for the first time is free for children in high school, adult GCSE courses are not free, and adults are required to pay for their GCSE education. Rather than be a student of a school, you'll be what is known as a private candidate, and you are required to pay for the exam fee yourself.

Can I buy GCSEs?

You cannot get a replacement certificate for an O level, CSE, GCSE or A level - your exam board will send you a 'certified statement of results' instead. You can use this in place of your exam certificate, for example for a university application.

Can you do GCSEs at any age?

GCSEs are the main qualification taken by 14 to 16-year-olds, but are available to anyone of any age. You can take GCSEs in a wide range of academic and 'applied' or work-related subjects at school or your local Further Education (FE) college.

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Can you get fake GCSE certificates?

Even though you cannot get an actual replacement of your certificates, you will be able to purchase an alternative proof of exam grades, which will be sufficient for employers, and further education institutions. You can also request a letter to be sent to an employer or university as a form of proof of results.

Can I sit GCSE privately?

To sit your exams, you'll need to find a local school or college that accepts private candidates. It is important to contact these centres as early as possible so your space can be booked in advance, and you can make sure that your entry fees are paid on time.

Can I do my GCSEs online?

The simple answer is yes! Here at Oxbridge, we offer you the chance to study fully recognised GCSEs and A-levels online in a way that suits you. This lets you fit your studies around your busy schedule in a way that simply wouldn't be possible while at school or college.

Do you have to pay to resit GCSE?

To resit your GCSEs, you'll have to pay two types of fees: course fees and exam fees. Your course fees will cover your tuition and/or course materials and will vary depending on where and how you choose to study.

Can adults take GCSEs?

GCSEs are usually studied full time, taking two years to complete, however adult learners can take evening classes or teach themselves. Short course GCSEs are also available in selected subjects. There are no formal entry requirements and no age limits for GCSEs.

What grade is a 5 in GCSE?

Equivalent GCSE grades

Grade 5 is a 'strong pass' and equivalent to a high C and low B on the old grading system. Grade 4 remains the level that students must achieve without needing to resit English and Maths post-16.

Can I study GCSE at home?

Distance learning GCSEs

With distance learning, you can study the same subjects and qualifications you would in a traditional college, simply from home!

Do private schools pay for GCSE exams?

Private schools may include charges for GCSEs and A Levels (invoiced per exam and according to exam board fees).

How many GCSEs do you need?

Most colleges like you to take a minimum of five GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, while sixth forms have slightly higher entry requirements, looking for at least six GCSE examination results achieving at least a grade 4 (C).

How long are GCSEs valid for?

The short answer is that GCSE qualifications do not expire – neither do any other qualifications such as A-Levels and degrees. There is also no expiration date on your GCSE certificates meaning that the proof of qualification lasts forever too.

Is a level free in UK?

A-Level courses are provided for free to students aged 16 to 18 in the UK. All they have to pay to get their A-Levels are a symbolic fee for taking their final exams, which at maximum can be £100.

What happens if you lie about your GCSE results?

When you are found to be lying on your application, then UCAS will most likely stop you from applying to your chosen college or university, and they may even prevent you from applying through them for years to come.

Is maths and English GCSE free?

This opens in a new window. GCSEs in English and Maths are free for those who do not already hold a grade 9-4 or A-C in the relevant qualification.

What dates are GCSEs 2021?

The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) has released a provisional GCSE exam timetable available here. GCSE exams will run from Monday 24 May 2021 to Friday 2 July 2021.

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Can adults do A Levels?

In school, A-Levels are usually taken between 16 and 18. However, there is no upper age limit for studying A-Levels as an adult. In fact, it's incredibly common for adults to return to study when they have a clearer picture of their careers or studies.

Do companies check your GCSE results?

In short, the answer to this question is yes, employers can (and probably will) check your GCSE results, especially if they suspect that you have lied about them to apply for a position with them.

Can employers check GCSE results from 25 years ago?

Exam boards generally keep a record of GCSE results going a long time back – practically forever – so it is even possible to trace the results of people who sat their exams decades ago. Due to this, employers can check your GCSE results long after you have sat them.

WHAT IS A * in GCSE?

GCSE grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) – Certificate and qualification awarded. At GCSE, considered a 'good pass', and awards a qualification at Level 2 of the RQF. GCSE grades 3 to 1 (D to G) – Certificate and qualification awarded. At GCSE, awards a qualification at Level 1 of the RQF.