VQ News 06 February, 2025

Vocational Qualifications – General Information

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On this page you will find the key documentation required to support centres with the delivery of RSL Vocational Qualifications.

Please bookmark this page and check back for updates pertaining to VQ delivery.

Update 4th September 2025

Changes to the Externally Assessed Units

As part of our commitment to review and improve our qualifications, we have made some changes to the externally assessed (EA) units within our Creative and Performing Arts and Music Practitioner qualifications. We’ve made these changes based on centre feedback. The changes will make the EA units easier to deliver and will reduce the workload for centre staff.

These changes are effective for the current academic year, 2025–2026.

For full details please download the documents below.

Summary of Changes to External Assessment 2025/26

Centre Handbooks:

RSL VQ Exams Officer Handbook 2025/26

RSL VQ Quality Handbook 2025/26

Key Dates for Academic Year 2025/26

RSL VQ Key Dates Qualifications WITH External Assessment 2025/26

RSL VQ Key Dates Qualifications WITHOUT External Assessment 2025/26

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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