The results showed an overall increase from 2008 with the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) saying that the pass rate for those sitting Highers rose 0.8 percentage points to 74.2%. For Standard Grade pupils, 98.5% received a pass, up from 98% in 2008.
Liam Burns, President of NUS Scotland, said: "The results today are a testament to the hard work of students across Scotland and they should be highly congratulated for their record success."
If you didn’t get the grades you were hoping for, there are still plenty of options available to you. You can take up the option of a sixth year or UCAS can advise you on how to apply for clearing.
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