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There is a need to bring a closure to the matter, as it's not possible that the Bar examinations have become too difficult for the students, who join after graduating from university.It will be interesting to know whether this is part of a scam by crooks profiting from the high fees for resitting the exams, as has been alleged.

"Resitting the assessments is the only option we have because we've been told there's no evidence of some our work actually being handed in.

Perhaps resitting their exams wouldn't be a bad idea.

"Also, some students were resitting their GCSE in Mathematics or Mathematics-Numeracy this November, whereas in November 2016 all of the students entered were sitting for the first time.

If a pupil considers the resit option, it should be remembered that some universities and competitive subjects prioritise students who are sitting their exams for the first time over those who are resitting when they give out their offers.

You can also call/webchat with or e-mail (post@careerswales.com) a careers adviser to discuss it with them and talk through all opportunities, including the possibility of resitting. They can guide you through your next steps, such as continuing in school or college, traineeships, or apprenticeships.

College principal Joanna Bailey commented: "There's much more to this programme than simply resitting your GCSEs.

"Having to resit the exam to get the required grades can be discouraging and expensive, as the cost of resitting is now $360.

IF YOU'VE searched through the newspapers for a place in clearing and nothing appeals but you are still tempted by the idea of higher education, then it may be worth considering resitting exams.

DN9181_1 'RIDICULOUS': Students David Gale (left) and Paul Baker, who were resitting the IT exam today.

It is estimated that around pounds 23million is collected by the Government from fees paid by learners resitting their test.