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The Code of Practice protects tertiary and international learners studying in Aotearoa
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The Guide to NCEA explains how to achieve NCEA and how you're assessed.
It also covers Literacy and Numeracy and Te Reo Matatini me te Pāngarau requirements, Scholarships, endorsements and more.
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4 Nov 2024
NCEA and NZ Scholarship exams begin tomorrow
NZQA Deputy Chief Executive Assessment, Jann Marshall extends her best wishes to all students ahead of NCEA and New Zealand Scholarship exams.
4 Nov 2024
NZQA Board changes
The Minister of Education, Hon Erica Stanford, has appointed David Ferguson as a member of the NZQA Board and reappointed Jeremy Baker.
1 Nov 2024
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