Exam result support available
Young people across Perth and Kinross are preparing to find out the results of their Nationals, Highers and Advanced Highers, as well as other awards, next week.
Certificates will be sent out by first class post on August 4, while those who have signed up to a MySQA account can find out their result at 8am that day.
The cancellation of the exam diet has meant results this year will be based on estimates in the absence of candidate performance data from exams and coursework.
These estimates were submitted to SQA by schools and colleges across Scotland by May 29, and where appropriate, have been moderated, by SQA to maintain national standards.
Fiona Robertson, SQA chief executive and Scotland’s chief examining officer, moved to reassure students that education establishments can still appeal their result.
She said: “We are providing a free appeals service this year.
“That means schools and colleges that have questions about a candidate’s final grade can appeal the result, if it is lower than what they estimated.
“They need to have permission from the candidate and sufficient evidence to support the initial estimate. Following an appeal, final grades can be increased, they can be lowered, or they can remain the same.
“If learners have any questions about their results they should speak to their school, college or training provider first.
“If they need to talk to someone about their results certificate, SQA’s candidate advice line is open from 8am on Tuesday, August 4.
“If they want to find more information about what career or study options are available to them, Skills Development Scotland is running its annual results helpline. There is also a host of information online, search for SQA Results.”