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Linear qualification

A course where all exams are taken at the end, as with reformed GCSEs and A levels in England.

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All four UK nations (details may differ)
Topic
Assessment

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Modular qualification All four UK nations (details may differ)
A course assessed in separate units or modules that can be taken at different times.

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