Ofqual has stated that broadly the same proportion of students who currently achieve a C and above, will achieve a 4 and above under the new system. Equally, the same proportion of students who currently achieve a grade A and above, will achieve a grade 7 and above. While Ofqual has set these anchor points, no comparison can be made between other grades. For example, a grade B does not map directly to a grade 5 or 6.
A traditional progression route would see students achieve reformed GCSEs from 2017, and therefore enter higher education (HE) in 2019. However, some students will apply to HE holding reformed GCSEs in both the 2017 and 2018 cycles.
We’re keen to understand how the HE sector is responding to GCSE reform, and in particular, gain a better understanding of what GCSE entry requirements may look like in the future. We’ve produced a very short survey to help us map the sector response to GCSE reform, and would appreciate your input.
We have also published guidance to support you in setting your future GCSE entry requirements.