The examiners’ reports are produced by the ACCA on all modules and are available on the ACCA website for public use. The reports analyse actual ACCA exams from the point of view of the marker.
You can access them via the ACCA website:
How and when should you use the ACCA examiners’ reports?
Why are the examiners’ reports useful?
Here are 5 ways you can use the examiners’ reports to improve your ACCA studies:
1. The report clearly identifies what a good answer looks like.
Compare your answers for the past exams to the report. This will help you gain an understanding of how to improve your answers.
2. Learn from common mistakes and misconceptions. The report identifies where most students lose marks.
Make a list of the mistakes and actively try to avoid them when practising questions and mock exams. Use them to improve your exam technique even further.
3. The report helps students to improve their exam technique and time management.
Thoroughly read the comments regarding structure, question interpretation, and presentation. Practise writing concise, focused answers that mirror what the report has raised.
4. Improve your understanding of recurring themes and areas that the examiner focuses.
The report spots patterns, topics, and styles of questions that often cause confusion and problems amongst students. Make sure to prioritise these areas when revising, so you can tackle them effectively in a resit or future papers.
5. Use the report to enhance study sessions and mock exam practice.
After completing a past paper or mock exam, refer back to the examiners’ reports to benchmark your performance. Get in touch with tutors via our online forums or their email addresses or join study groups to understand specific examiner comments further.
How can I access the examiners’ reports?
Here are some quick links for ACCA students, whether you passed, failed, or are booking your first exam:
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