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About Diplomas
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What is a diploma?
A Diploma offers a mix of classroom learning, creative thinking and hands-on experience in a work-relevant subject.
Diploma advice and video (DirectGov Diploma website) What is a diploma, what can you learn - facts, guides and DVD from the national diploma website. Diploma Slideshow: 'Are They Right For Me'. |
DIPLOMAS - SOME FACTS:
- These may be available in your school - check locally
- In 2008, you may be able to choose one of five diploma subjects In 2009 there will be more to choose from.
- Available at three levels: Foundation, Higher and Advanced
- You will probably study parts of the diploma in another place nearby (school, college or work place)
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Diplomas give practical, work-related learning and will help you gain skills in a real work place along with an understanding and knowledge of your chosen subject.
Diplomas involve going to college and working with employers and local businesses.
All Diplomas will help you improve your skills in English, maths and ICT.
During the next few years, more and more of these new qualifications will be on offer.
You will study your diploma alongside the core GCSEs. Also, you can include some additional GCSEs to reflect your interests.
DIPLOMA LEVELS: diplomas are available at different levels - Foundation, Higher, Advanced and Progression - find out more about the levels
IN YOUR AREA: Check with your local schools to see which diplomas will be available near you: Area Guide
DIPLOMA QUESTIONS ANSWERED (link to the Direct Gov website)
Useful Links:
For more information about Diplomas take a look at this slideshow.
Diploma advice and video (DirectGov Diploma website)
What is a diploma, what can you learn - facts, guides and DVD from the national, directgov diploma website.
Clear advice from the UCAS website - the different diplomas you can take at school explained.
