Advanced Higher
Britishnoun
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the highest level of qualification offered within the school system, replacing the former Certificate of Sixth Year Studies
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( as modifier )
Advanced Higher Maths
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a pass in a particular subject at Advanced Higher level
Example Sentences
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The pass rate for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher exams in Scotland rose across the board at the start of the month.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
And at Advanced Higher it is 12.1, down from 13.3.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The rate for Higher increased from 75.9% to 76.7%, and the rate for Advanced Higher rose from 76.7% to 77.6%.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The number of pupils achieving an A, B or C grade at National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher has increased slightly on last year.
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The number of pupils achieving an A, B or C grade at National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher was down across the board.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2024
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