Higher English 2026
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Exam papers
Organizer materials and information
| Examination | Higher |
|---|---|
| Subject | English |
| Year and session | 2026 |
| Publisher | Qualifications Scotland; previously Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) |
| Reading for Understanding, Analysis and Evaluation | Required Time: 90 min |
| Critical Reading | Required Time: 105 min |
| Portfolio–writing | Required |
| Practical component | Required Performance–spoken language Assessed separately; does not contribute to the qualification grade. |