Exams

This page provides information on formal examinations so please read the following carefully.

Where to Collect Your Exam Results

January BTEC Units Results Day - 23rd March

You will be able to request your BTEC unit results from your teacher from 9am Thursday 23rd March. If you have any queries please speak to your teacher first. If you would like to speak to the Exams Team, please email your details to exams@oaklands.ac.uk

If you would like to pay for a review of results please see deadlines and fees listed below:

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Reviews about Results Fees and Application Form - BTEC January 2023

Advice & Guidance from Ofqual Regarding Results:

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New guidance for exam boards on producing accessible assessments
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Vocational and technical qualifications 2022
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UCAS Point Tables

AS Level	A Level	UCAS Points
	A*	56
	A	48
	B	40
	C	32
	D	24
A		20
B	E	16
C		12
D		10
E		6

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma	UCAS Points
D* D*	112
D* D	104
DD	96
DM	80
MM	64
MP	48
PP	31

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What do I bring with me?

PHOTO ID - You may not be able to do your exam without it
ALL NECESSARY EQUIPMENT FOR THE EXAM - e.g. a black pen, pencil, calculator (no stored information or lids allowed), protractor. The college does not supply these.
A CLEAR PENCIL CASE/GLASSES CASE – No writing allowed.
STAY SEATED – Stay seated and use your full exam time.

What can't I take into the exam room?

EXTRA CLOTHING - Bags, coats, hats etc.
FOOD & LABELLED DRINKS - only water in a clear sports-cap bottle
ANY WEB-ENABLED TECHNOLOGY – Mobile phone, iPods, iPads, MP3/4 players, smart watches/watches etc.
ANY NOTES OR WRITTEN MATERIALS

When is my exam?

For on-line exams your tutor will inform you.
For nationally-set exams like GCSEs and A Levels you’ll receive an exam timetable in the post.
You will receive copies of the regulations in the post, on OakExtra or via your teacher.

What you need to do

ARRIVE EARLY - Arrive at least 15 minutes before the exam start time
LISTEN - Listen to, and act upon, the invigilator’s instructions
BE QUIET – Be silent when you enter the room and behave in line with the college’s code of conduct at all times.
STAY SEATED – Stay seated and use your full exam time.
PHOTO ID - Please remember to bring your photo ID. You may not be able to take your exam without it.

Be Exam Smart - Gov.uk

For guidance for students, parents and schools to help students avoid making mistakes which could lose them marks or lead to disqualification from an exam, see the Gov.uk website below.

More info

What happens if...

I cheat in an exam or assessment?

1. Notes and unauthorised materials will be confiscated.

2. The incident will be reported to the awarding body.

3. You may lose all marks for that exam and for all other exams for that awarding body.

I take my mobile phone or watch into an exam or assessment?

1. It will be confiscated.

2. The incident will be reported to the awarding body.

3. You may lose all marks for that exam and for all other exams for that awarding body.

I'm late?

1. Report to Reception or Exams Office and ask to be supervised.

2. If you are very late you may not be able to sit the exam.

3. If you are allowed to sit the exam you may be warned that your paper may not be marked by the awarding body.

I'm unwell or need assistance?

1. Put your hand up and tell the invigilator.

2. Inform the Exams Department of your circumstances.

I have special exam arrangements?

You’ll receive an email from the Exams Department confirming the approved arrangements.
If you’ve not received an email there will be no arrangements in place.

Contact Us

The Exams Department is located in The Basement, Mansion House in the St Albans Campus. Alternatively, you can email exams@oaklands.ac.uk.

Helpful Information for Candidates

Results Day Wellbeing and Mental Health Signposting:

Results Day Signposting Support Leaflet 2022	Didn't get the results you wanted? If you are feeling overwhelmed after receiving your results, or are worried about a friend, here is a list of services in Hertfordshire that can provide free support.
Results Day Transition To Uni Support	Wellbeing resources for students transitioning to university.
Apprenticeship And Workplace Mental Health Support	Wellbeing resources for students transitioning to an apprenticeship or the workplace.