A private candidate is someone who takes an examination or assessment at an approved examination centre but studies independently.
For example, they may be a part-time student, someone taking a distance learning course or someone being tutored privately.
The JCQ publishes a searchable list of exam centres accepting private candidates to help private candidates locate a suitable centre. Please be aware that centres may still accept private candidates even if they are not on the JCQ list and appearing on the list is not a prerequisite for supporting private candidates.
The latest exam timetables are published on our key dates and timetables webpage.