National 5 English 2026
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| Examination | National 5 |
|---|---|
| Subject | English |
| Year and session | 2026 |
| Publisher | Qualifications Scotland; previously Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) |
| Reading for Understanding, Analysis and Evaluation | Required Time: 60 min |
| Critical Reading | Required Time: 90 min |
| Portfolio–writing | Required |
| Practical component | Required Performance–spoken language Assessed separately; does not contribute to the qualification grade. |