Exams Centre

Exam Dates

The Highlands College Exam Centre is a JCQ and Cambridge approved examination centre. The College is also an approved Pearson Vue testing Centre. The college will, at all times, conform to JCQ standards and regulations whilst complying with all awarding organisations’ requirements. 

Navigate the calendar to find upcoming exam dates.

Term Dates

Supporting you every step of the way

Highlands College Examinations Centre maintains the highest integrity and best possible service for staff, students and external stakeholders in delivering its examination function.

Whether you're preparing for academic, vocational, or professional qualifications, our friendly and experienced Exams Team is here to support you every step of the way.

Located on the ground floor of the University Centre, our accessible Examinations Centre provides a calm and well-equipped environment for both paper-based and online exams.

From local learners to international candidates, we’re proud to offer a wide range of services in a convenient and supportive setting.

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Exam Rules & Regulations

Here you will find the key rules and regulations for sitting exams at Highlands College.

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Exam FAQs

Your questions answered for all things exams at Highlands College.

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Academic Exams

Highlands College offers external (private) candidates the opportunity to sit their GCSE, iGCSE, and GCE paper-based exams during the June and November series.

We also offer exam hosting for candidates who need to sit paper-based or online assessments without travelling to the UK - eg. for university resits or distance learning students.

Academic Exams
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Vocational Exams

Highlands College is an approved Pearson Vue and City & Guilds examination centre, offering a range of vocational exams - from initial certifications to renewals and re-certifications.

Vocational Exams
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Professional Exams

Highlands College is an approved venue for a range of professional exams. However, candidates must book their exams directly with the relevant organisation.

For information on key dates, booking deadlines, results release dates, and examination fees, please visit the appropriate portal.

Professional Exams
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Private Candidates

We offer external students the opportunity to take their GCE/GCSE/iGCSE paper exams at Highlands College for the November and June Series.

Please note that we are unable to take bookings for exams that have a speaking, practical or coursework element to them. We are only able to make entries for exam-only subjects. 

Private Candidates
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IELTS

IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is the world’s most widely recognised English language proficiency test, with more than four million test-takers globally each year. It is commonly used for higher education, employment, and migration purposes.

Highlands College serves as a British Council-approved IELTS test venue.

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British Citizenship Test

Highlands College is pleased to offer the Life in the UK Citizenship Test with the Jersey Supplement, a requirement for individuals applying for naturalisation as a British citizen while residing in Jersey. We have brought together all the information you need to know for the British Citizenship Test.

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WHERE TO FIND US

We are on the ground floor of the University Centre - head left from reception, through the double doors and down the stairs or the lift.

You can also explore our campus through this map!

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