Dates & Fees

CQ Graded Exam Dates & Fees

We want you to be as prepared as possible when it comes to booking candidates for their Creative Qualifications graded exams. On this page you will find all the exam fees associated with your CQ exam format.

Creative Digital Dates and Fees

Please see the information below for all Creative Digital dates and fees for the UK below. Simply select your chosen qualification to see the relevant exam fees.

Vlogging & Podcasting Graded Exams

Exam Grade Price
Entry Level 3 (Debut) £32.00
Grade 1 £37.00
Grade 2 £37.00
Grade 3 £37.00
Grade 4 £45.00
Grade 5 £45.00
Grade 6 £56.00
Grade 7 £56.00
Grade 8 £56.00

*E-certificate included. Printed certificate available for an additional £3.50 per exam (certificates are only issued for Pass, Merit or Distinction results).

Entry Level: Teacher Assessed

Individual Whole Group
£8 per candidate £8 per candidate

Face-to-Face Assessments

Individual Individual Whole Group Whole Group
Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate
Level 1 £53 £11 £53 £6
Level 2 £79 £16 £79 £6
Level 3 £105 £21 £105 £6

Recorded Digital Assessments

Individual Individual Whole Group Whole Group
Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate
Level 1 £42 £11 £42 £6
Level 2 £63 £16 £63 £6
Level 3 £84 £21 £84 £6

Entry Level: Teacher Assessed

Individual Whole Group
£8 per candidate £8 per candidate

Face-to-Face Assessments

Individual Individual Whole Group Whole Group
Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate
Level 1 £53 £11 £53 £6
Level 2 £79 £16 £79 £6
Level 3 £105 £21 £105 £6

Recorded Digital Assessments

Individual Individual Whole Group Whole Group
Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate Per Group of 2 Per Additional Candidate
Level 1 £42 £11 £42 £6
Level 2 £63 £16 £63 £6
Level 3 £84 £21 £84 £6

Music Production Graded Exams

Exam Grade Price
Grade 1 £53.00
Grade 2 £53.00
Grade 3 £53.00
Grade 4 £76.00
Grade 5 £76.00
Grade 6 £95.00
Grade 7 £95.00
Grade 8 £95.00

*E-certificate included. Printed certificate available for an additional £3.50 per exam (certificates are only issued for Pass, Merit or Distinction results).

Please see “other fees” below relating to UK Creative Digital Graded Exams.

Enquiries about Results / Appeals

Service Fee Cap for Multiple Candidates Refundable
Remark 50% of Exam Fee £100 If marks change by more than +/-5 or there is a change of assessment band
First Level Appeal 60% of Exam Fee £150 If enquiry is upheld
Second Level Appeal 75% of Exam Fee £200 If enquiry if upheld

Replacement Certificate

Service Fee
Replacement Certificate £15

Key Dates

You can enter for your Creative Qualifications Graded Exam or Group Performance assessment at any time.

Vlogging / Podcasting:
Assessment is completed via submission of coursework. Candidates will have 1 month from the point of purchasing an assessment in which to submit their coursework..

Group Performance:
Level 1-3 Group Performance qualifications can be assessed face-to-face or via digital submission. There are no “entry periods” for face-to-face assessments. For digital submission, candidates will have 3 months from the point of purchasing an assessment in which to submit their recorded performances.

What type of certificate will I receive?

We issue certificates for all exams with a result of Pass, Merit or Distinction. Unfortunately, an Unclassified result does not lead to a certificate.

For all UK / Ireland graded exam entries, entrants choose the type of certificate:

  • eCertificate: This is a secure digital certificate which will be emailed to the entrant. Further information: eCertificates
  • Paper certificate: This is a printed certificate with security features. Choosing this option incurs a surcharge of £3.50 (Ireland: €4.00) per exam in addition to the exam fees and any late fees. The Paper certificate will be posted to the entrant’s address. When this option is chosen a digital eCertificate is also emailed to the entrant.

Both types of certificates feature a QR code which is also clickable from the eCertificate. This code can be used to validate the authenticity of the certificate via AuthentiQual.com

You can choose which certificate type you want when purchasing an exam entry.

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Digital Files

For the RSL shop we’ve chosen the most widely used media for ease of use and flexibility when transferring across different devices.

Every complete digital book (e.g. Electric Guitar Grade 1) includes:

  • PDF sheet music
  • MP3 audio
  • Supporting tests

Download Limits

We know downloading digital content can be frustrating at times which is why we’ve given you multiple chances to download your audio and sheet music.

Each complete digital book purchased includes:

  • 5 audio downloads
  • 3 sheet music downloadsThis means if you misplace your content, or if your download times-out, you’ll still have plenty of attempts to download your content.

Purchase Options

1. Hard Copy

The hard copy or paperback version can be purchased from our shop for shipping to the UK. Orders for shipping to other countries can be placed via www.musicroom.com. The paperback version includes everything you need for your exam in one essential book, including sheet music, a code for access to MP3 audio and complete supporting tests.

2. Digital Download (where applicable)

Digital downloads is the most popular way of purchasing and downloading a Rockschool book, track or supporting test. Rockschool digital book downloads come complete with PDF sheet music, MP3 audio and supporting tests for instant accessibility on all your favourite devices.

Note: Digital sheet music is stamped with your email address and order number.

3. Digital Download + E-Book Access

The RSL e-books, utilising Learning Platform technology powered by MatchMySound, are the ultimate practise tool, giving you the ability to master your instrument like never before.

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