Qualifications and Curriculum Development Agency

Last updated: 29 Dec 2003

The Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA) has published a report comparing A levels with the International Baccalaureate (IB) examinations.

The International Baccalaureate qualification is accredited to the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), allowing any state school in England, Wales and Northern Ireland to enter candidates. This report is part of the follow-up to the accreditation process.

Notes to Editors

1. The report is available on the QCA website.
2. For further information, contact the QCA press office on 020 7509 6789 during office hours, or on 0779 892 4552 out of office hours.