Minister congratulates students receiving BTEC, AS and A level Results

Education Minister Paul Givan has congratulated young people receiving their BTEC, AS and A level examination results.

Around a third of our A level students were awarded the highest grades of A* to A and Northern Ireland continues to be the highest performing region in the United Kingdom at these grades.

The percentage of students being awarded grades A* to E was 98.5%.

Minister Givan said:

 “Congratulations to all the young people who received their results today. They have all worked incredibly hard and this has been reflected in the grades they have deservedly achieved.

“Our pupils have again performed impressively, and I wish them well as they move on to their next stage of education, employment or training.”

The Minister added: “For some students the results will not be what they had hoped for and I would urge them not to be disheartened. This is just one step in their journey and there are many pathways open to students who may be unsure of their next steps. I would encourage them to seek advice on the range of options and take time to consider the many choices available.”

The Minister concluded: “Summer 2024 also marks an important milestone for examinations as it completes Northern Ireland’s return to pre-pandemic arrangements and standards. With this in mind, I want to pay tribute to all the teachers across Northern Ireland who have worked tirelessly over recent years and continue to be at the centre of delivering successful education outcomes for our young people. Today is testament to their commitment, dedication and passion.”

Notes to editors: 

1. Caption: Education Minister Paul Givan pictured at Belfast High school in Newtownabbey with pupils Holly Lundie and Amy French.
2. Results issued today for AS and A levels as well as level 3 BTEC qualifications.
3. There is an open qualifications market in Northern Ireland, which means that schools and colleges can choose to offer A levels and AS levels from awarding organisations other than the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA). This includes AQA, OCR, Pearson and WJEC.Qualifications to be delivered in schools must comply with the Department of Education requirements.
4. The majority of AS and A levels taken in Northern Ireland are CCEA qualifications
5. CCEA has set up a dedicated results helpline which offers advice and guidance for students who are expecting their 2024 results. On A level results day, Thursday 15 August, the helpline will open at 8.00am. The helpline will then be in operation, Monday to Friday, from 9.00am until 5.00pm, starting Friday 16 August to Wednesday 28 August. Anyone with queries regarding CCEA’s results can call 028 9026 1260, email helpline@ccea.org.uk, or visit the CCEA website Summer 2024 Awarding and Results Days area for more information.
6. Anyone with queries regarding results can visit the CCEA website link to access answers from the Frequently Asked Questions section and further information on their Post Results Services.
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8. Media enquiries to the Department of Education Press Office at Press.Office@education-ni.gov.uk .
9. The Executive Information Service operates an out-of-hours service for media enquiries only between 1800hrs and 0800hrs Monday to Friday and at weekends and public holidays. The duty press officer can be contacted on 028 9037 8110

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