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07/09/2015
Welsh Government Launches New Educational Qualifications
A new set of educational qualifications have been launched in Wales.
The move is the latest in a series of reforms to the education system, the Welsh Government said.
Starting today, 7 September, new teaching will begin for:
• New GCSEs in Mathematics and Mathematics - Numeracy
• New GCSEs in English Language and Welsh Language
• Revised English and Welsh Literature GCSEs
• A revised Welsh Baccalaureate, graded at all levels and with a renewed focus on skills development
• Revised A levels and AS qualifications
Education Minister, Huw Lewis, said it was an 'exciting time' for education in Wales.
He said: "It is vital that our schools, teaching and exams keep pace with the modern world, and the changes we are introducing this term will give Welsh pupils numerous advantages, in terms of skills and being work-ready.
"Today is also a good day for employers across Wales. We worked closely with them when developing the new qualifications, we listened to what they said they will need from a future workforce and we have delivered qualifications that meet those needs."
(LM)
The move is the latest in a series of reforms to the education system, the Welsh Government said.
Starting today, 7 September, new teaching will begin for:
• New GCSEs in Mathematics and Mathematics - Numeracy
• New GCSEs in English Language and Welsh Language
• Revised English and Welsh Literature GCSEs
• A revised Welsh Baccalaureate, graded at all levels and with a renewed focus on skills development
• Revised A levels and AS qualifications
Education Minister, Huw Lewis, said it was an 'exciting time' for education in Wales.
He said: "It is vital that our schools, teaching and exams keep pace with the modern world, and the changes we are introducing this term will give Welsh pupils numerous advantages, in terms of skills and being work-ready.
"Today is also a good day for employers across Wales. We worked closely with them when developing the new qualifications, we listened to what they said they will need from a future workforce and we have delivered qualifications that meet those needs."
(LM)
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