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Assessment and Qualifications Alliance
AQA (Assessment and Qualifications Alliance) is the largest exam board in England, administering more GCSE and A-Level entries than any other awarding organisation. Formed in 2000 through the merger of the Associated Examining Board (AEB) and the Northern Examinations and Assessment Board (NEAB), AQA is a registered charity headquartered in Manchester with a long history of providing fair, accessible qualifications.
AQA is known for its straightforward, clearly structured exam papers and comprehensive specification documents that make it easy for students and teachers to understand what is being assessed. The board offers GCSEs, A-Levels and a range of vocational qualifications across a wide variety of subjects, with particular strength in sciences, humanities and English.
AQA qualifications are accepted by all UK universities and are widely regarded for their rigour and reliability. The board invests heavily in research into assessment, ensuring that its qualifications are fair, valid and accessible to students of all backgrounds and abilities.
Key Facts About AQA
- ✓ AQA is the largest exam board in England, processing millions of GCSE and A-Level exam entries each year.
- ✓ AQA is a registered charity, meaning all revenue is reinvested into education and assessment research.
- ✓ The board offers GCSEs, A-Levels and technical qualifications across more than 40 subjects.
- ✓ AQA is particularly popular for sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), English and humanities subjects.
- ✓ All AQA qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and accepted by every UK university.
AQA GCSE Subjects
Mathematics
10 topics
English Language
8 topics
English Literature
8 topics
Biology
9 topics
Chemistry
10 topics
Physics
9 topics
Combined Science
10 topics
History
8 topics
Geography
8 topics
Computer Science
8 topics
French
8 topics
Spanish
8 topics
German
8 topics
Religious Studies
8 topics
Art & Design
8 topics
Music
8 topics
Drama
8 topics
Physical Education
8 topics
Design & Technology
8 topics
Food Preparation & Nutrition
8 topics
Sociology
8 topics
Psychology
8 topics
Business
8 topics
Media Studies
8 topics
Citizenship Studies
8 topics
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