Advanced Higher English
Course Specification (27/05/2024)
Explains the structure of the Course, including its purpose and aims and information on the skills, knowledge and understanding that will be developed.
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
Access all past papers by subject/level
Additional question papers resources
Illustrates the standard, structure and requirements of the question papers candidates will sit (includes marking instructions).
- Advanced Higher English Literary Study Specimen Question Paper
August 2019 - Advanced Higher English Textual Analysis Specimen Question Paper
August 2019
2021
There were no exams in 2021. The 2020-21 question paper resources are, for most subjects, modified papers which reflect the modifications put in place for session 2020-21
Coursework (27/05/2024)
This section provides information on marking instructions and/or the coursework assessment task(s). It includes information that centres need to administer coursework and must be read in conjunction with the course specification.
Instructions
Template
Task
Understanding Standards (12/11/2024)
Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
Further examples of candidate evidence and commentaries can be found on the SQA Secure Site. You can access these through your SQA Coordinator.
Audio Presentation
Changes to Understanding Standards materials
Please note: Understanding Standards materials are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain up to date.
Additional Resources session 2020-22
Further information can be found on the Understanding Standards Website.
Course reports (23/9/24)
Course Reports
- 2024 Advanced Higher English course report September 2024
- 2023 Advanced Higher English course report September 2023
- 2022 Advanced Higher English course report September 2022
Verification Reports
- English Verification Key Messages Round 1 March 2017