SCQF Partnership

17/06/2026

✨ Did you know your school qualifications travel with you around the UK?
One of the best things about studying in the UK is how portable your qualifications are. Move from Scotland to England or Northern Ireland (or vice versa), and you’re not starting from scratch — there’s a clear system to compare them.

Got a Higher? That's comparable to an A Level in England & NI.
Got a Nat 5? That's comparable to a GCSE (grades 9–4).
Qualifications a bit older? We've included Standard Grades and Intermediates too!

So wherever you go, your achievements still count 💪

Save this for later or share it with someone planning their next move 🎓

You can view the Qualifications Can Cross Boundaries guide in full athttps://scqf.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/qualifications-can-cross-boundaries-aug-23.pdf

16/06/2026

🎓 Confused by how older Scottish qualifications compare to newer ones?

Our diagram shows where qualifications like Standard Grades & Intermediates sit on the Scottish Credit & Qualifications Framework (SCQF).

No matter when you studied, your learning still counts.

More info:https://scqf.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/old-v-new.pdf

15/06/2026

❓Why do you need to know your SCQF level?
💡SCQF levels help you understand and compare qualifications so you can plan the next steps in your learning journey.
🧑‍⚕️They're also used in job adverts 👩‍🏭
🔗Find your SCQF level at https://scqf.org.uk/the-framework/know-your-scqf-level/

12/06/2026

As Scotland gears up to take part in their first World Cup since 1998, we're joining the excitement by celebrating learning opportunities inspired by the beautiful game.
First up, it's Street Soccer Scotland's qualifications, created in partnership with Glasgow Clyde College, If you’re 14 or over, you can work towards modules including:

⚽Communicating (SCQF level 4)
⚽Delivering a Street Soccer Event (SCQF level 5)
⚽Street Soccer Coaching (SCQF level 5)
⚽Player Support Skills (SCQF level 5)

Learn more in our Street Soccer Scotland blog - https://scqf.org.uk/news-and-blog/kickstart-your-learning-with-football-qualifications/

Come on, Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

11/06/2026

“When I left school, it was five Standard Grades, which weren't very good Standard Grades. I didn’t have any other formal qualifications. So to then do a course like Community Development and Youth Work is huge.”

In our latest case study, hear how learners are turning their workplace experience into opportunity - gaining access to the University of Dundee’s Community Development and Youth Work degree, even without the traditional qualifications required for entry.

The learners have gone through a process called Recognition of Prior (RPL) learning, which recognises the value of skills developed in the workplace.

Universities across Scotland offer RPL routes - helping you get your foot in the door, or even start a degree in second or third year.

🎥 Watch the full video to learn more about their inspiring journeys - https://scqf.org.uk/case-studies/case-study/workplace-experience-can-open-doors-to-a-degree/

🔗 Learn more about RPL could fast-track your learning journey at our RPL Hub - www.scqf.org.uk/rpl-hub

02/06/2026

Have you signed up yet? To receive your results by text or email on 4 August, sign up for My Qualifications Scotland.

Woohoo! Huge congrats to the thousands of learners who have undertaken over the past weeks.🌟🎉

To receive your results by text or email on 4 August, sign up for My Qualifications Scotland. 👉 info.qualifications.gov.scot/MyQualificationsScotland

In the meantime, hope you get to enjoy some well-deserved rest over the summer.🍦

01/06/2026

From Brownie leaders to befrienders, volunteers play a vital role in keeping communities thriving across Scotland — and is the perfect time to celebrate them.

At the SCQF Partnership, we’re passionate about making sure all learning counts. Skills and knowledge gained through volunteering deserve to be recognised and can help support progression into education, training and careers.

Thinking about returning to education? Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can help formally recognise the learning and skills you’ve gained through volunteering and other experiences.

RPL could help you:
▫️Gain entry to college or university courses, even if you don't meet the admission requirements
▫️Gain exemption from modules - so you don't have to repeat learning
▫️Access advanced entry to university courses - you could start in 2nd, or even 3rd year

Recognition of Prior Learning is a powerful way to reflect on the learning that happens outside formal education — because learning happens everywhere.

Learn more about RPL at www.scqf.org.uk/rpl-hub

28/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Castlemilk High School on achieving the SCQF School Ambassador Silver Award! 🥈👏

This well-earned recognition celebrates the school’s dedication to helping young people better understand their qualifications and the many pathways available to them for the future.

A fantastic achievement that reflects the hard work, enthusiasm, and commitment of pupils, staff, and the wider school community. 🌟

Well done to everyone at Castlemilk High School on this brilliant success! 🎓✨

26/05/2026

🎉 Congratulations to everyone at Alford Academy on achieving the SCQF School Ambassador Silver Award! 🥈👏

This fantastic achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and commitment shown by pupils, staff, and the wider school community in promoting awareness and understanding of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework.

The Silver Award recognises the school’s ongoing efforts to help young people make informed choices about their learning pathways and future opportunities — a brilliant milestone to celebrate! 🌟

Well done to all involved on this well-deserved recognition. Here’s to continued success and inspiring even more learners i

Check them out on our School Ambassador wall - https://scqf.org.uk/support/educators/school-ambassador-programme/school-ambassador-wall/

21/05/2026

Learning at Work Week is a great time to explore new skills and learning opportunities.

The SCQF Register can help you find qualifications, compare SCQF levels and plan your next steps.

Start exploring today - visit www.scqf.org.uk/the-framework/scqf-register/