By now, most students have opened their A-Level results and are preparing themselves for life as a university student.
However, unexpected grades can mean students have to explore other options such as clearing or adjustment.
Luckily, having your papers remarked can mean the difference between going to the University of your dreams and having to settle for your insurance choice.
Here's everything you need to know about how to check your grade boundaries and how to get your papers remarked:
Where can I find out grade boundaries?
Grade boundaries are usually published on results day, a decision made last year in an effort to help reduce added stress on students.
You can find out the grade boundaries for each exam board by clicking on the links below:
Edexcel
You can find out the grade boundaries here.
OCR
You can find out the grade boundaries here.
AQA
You can find out the grade boundaries here.
How do I get my A-Level papers remarked?
First, talk to your teacher as soon as possible as they'll be able to give you advice on whether it's worth getting a remark, as well as offer further guidance on the process.
Your school or college will then usually submit the application to the relevant exam board for you to request a remark.
There are two different types of remark: a clerical check and a review of marking.
A clerical check involves someone going through your paper and checking all the marks were added up correctly and no marks were missed.
A review of marking involves an examiner looking through your script and checking that it was marked consistently alongside the mark scheme.
You usually have to pay for a remark, depending on the exam board, but you'll be refunded if the mark goes up.
However, keep in mind that when you're requesting a remark, your mark could also go down.
The request for remark has to be made by 23 August 2018, and the check can take up to 15 days from the date the request was submitted to the exam board.
