4.17 It is proposed that there is no change to current arrangements, i.e. that grade boundaries, pass marks and cut scores are the same for disabled and non-disabled candidates, with marks given out of 100 per cent to exclude exempted units where exemptions are used.

4.18 Ensuring grade boundaries are not subject to a duty to make reasonable adjustments maintains public confidence and secures that the qualifications provide a reliable indication of the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate, whilst neither disadvantaging nor advantaging disabled candidates.