Technology is advancing, learning is evolving, and so is assessment.
That’s why we’re harnessing the power of onscreen assessment to support teachers and students in more than 115 countries.
We believe in creating assessments that encourage progress, enable access and inclusion, and enrich learning. As we explore the opportunities that lie ahead, making the right choices is key.
Together with the education community, we’re focused on choosing where and how we best use technology to positively impact assessments and the lives of learners.
Driven by evidence and our work with the education community, our onscreen assessments are already influencing the exam experience in the UK and around the globe
We recently announced our ambition to offer onscreen options for GCSE English exams.*
Building on the success of our onscreen GCSE and International GCSE exams to date, we’re excited to be opening up more ways for students to best show what they know and can do in GCSE English Language, GCSE English Literature and GCSE English Language 2.0.
* Subject to regulatory timelines and Ofqual approval
Students have been taking onscreen exams for our Pearson Edexcel International GCSE qualifications since 2022, with more subjects offering onscreen options every year.
Our Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) Computer Science includes an onscreen exam to assess real-world skills in an engaging way.
Thousands of students have sat our onscreen Pearson Edexcel mock exams in schools and homes since 2021.
And the following Pearson Edexcel International GCSE and GCSE* exams are going onscreen very soon...
| Available for first onscreen assessment from summer 2025 | Available for first onscreen assessment from summer 2026 |
Available for first onscreen assessment from summer 2027 |
* Subject to regulatory timelines and Ofqual approval | |
International GCSE Geography (for a limited number of centres) International GCSE Pakistan Studies International GCSE Islamic Studies |
International GCSE Information and Communication Technology International GCSE English as a Second Language |
International GCSE Computer Science |
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GCSE English Language GCSE English Language 2.0 GCSE English Literature
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Flexibility is key with our range of on-demand, onscreen and remote-invigilated Level 1/2 assessments.
Onscreen tests are available for BTEC Firsts, Technicals and Specialist qualifications, plus End-Point Assessments for Apprenticeships.
Working with the Egyptian Ministry of Education, we deliver over 14 million onscreen exams to over 1.6 million students a year.
Our fully automated, AI-based test is used worldwide to certify English Language proficiency.
Every student, subject and assessment is unique. So, we’re always collaborating, discussing and investigating how we can unlock the opportunities from onscreen exams.
Together, we’ll will shape more assessment options that are accessible, inclusive and equip students for the future.
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In a recent podcast on exams going digital, Hayley White (Pearson) shares insights with Grainne Hallahan (TES) and Tom Richmond (EDSK) on how we’re making onscreen exams a reality, our experiences, and what’s next.
Our 'Onscreen Assessment Spotlight' report draws on expert views and surveys to identify the opportunities of technology in assessment and the barriers to change.
We asked students, teachers, parents, employers and parliamentarians for their thoughts on the future of assessments for 14–19-year-olds in England.
In May 2022, more than 600 students sat their Pearson Edexcel International GCSE (9–1) English Language A exams onscreen. The results were clear:
What's more, the pilot and our onscreen journey has led to us becoming a BETT Award Finalist for Transformational Impact.
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