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We make sure New Zealand qualifications are recognised and respected, here and overseas, and that qualifications and credentials meet the needs of learners in the changing world

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Do you know the Code?

The Code of Practice protects tertiary and international learners studying in Aotearoa

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Watch the Top Scholar Awards

Join us on the livestream of the Top Scholar Awards 2023

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This year's Top Art tour

Check out student artwork online and find this year's exhibition schedule

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Your guide to NCEA

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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8 May 2024
Top Scholars recognised at Parliament

Top Scholars from 2023 have been recognised at Parliament this morning, with the annual Top Scholar Awards. 

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30 Apr 2024
NCEA and UE 2023 attainment data now available

NZQA has released finalised NCEA and University Entrance attainment data from 2023.

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22 Apr 2024
Pacific Qualifications Recognition Project launches

The New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) is pleased to announce the launch of the Pacific Qualifications Recognition Project

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The New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework is the heart of Aotearoa's education system