Do GCSE results expire?

Do GCSE results expire?

In short, GCSEs are valid and held on record for life. Schools are required to keep GCSE certificates for at least 12 months after having received them from the exam boards – they may or may not decide to keep the results after this period is over.

Can I lie about my GCSE results?

You cannot lie on your UCAS form, it’s as simple as that. You will get caught and UCAS will stop you from applying, which will seriously affect your future education. Instead of lying on your UCAS application, you can either resit your GCSEs or appeal to your exam board about the papers you have already taken.

Do GCSEs last 5 years?

Your GCSEs, A-levels and Degree will never ‘expire’ but some people want to see evidence of recent learning, so sometimes will ask you do a short course to show you are still as capable as you were 20 or so years ago.

How long do schools hold GCSE certificates?

How Long Do Secondary Schools Keep GCSE Certificates? Secondary schools are obliged to keep your GCSE certificates for 12 months after they have received them from the exam boards. The certificates are sent from each exam board to the school directly before they are distributed to students.

Should I include my GCSEs on my CV?

There’s no need to list all your GCSE grades and subjects individually. Your recruiter won’t care what grade you got in English GCSE if you’ve got more relevant experience. As such, make sure to keep this section short, as it takes valuable space away from more important personal details.

Can employers see your grades?

You can expect an employer to review grades and use them in making hiring decisions if the employer requests a college transcript. If you are applying for a position that requires a degree, the employer will look first at your performance in the courses needed for your major.

What GCSEs look good on a CV?

These are:

  • English (English Literature and English Language or a single English GCSE)
  • Maths.
  • Science (Core Science, Double Science or Triple Science)

Do law firms check GCSE?

Application systems across the legal profession are heavily focused on academic grades. The general requirements for most employers will be A grades at A-level and GCSE, at least a 2:1 in your degree, and at least a commendation on the GDL and/or LPC, or ‘very competent’ on the BPTC.

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