The Diploma
The Diploma is a qualification for 14 to 19 year olds offering a mix of
classroom learning and tasks based on practical, real work contexts.
The aim is to prepare you for working or further study.
Levels of Learning
The Diploma can be studied at three different levels: Foundation, Higher and
Advanced.
- The Foundation Diploma is equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grades D to G
- The Higher Diploma is equivalent to 7 GCSEs at grades A* to C
- The Advanced Diploma is equivalent to 3 and a half A levels
We are adding new Diploma courses every year. At the moment you can study the
Advanced Diploma with us in:
- Hair and Beauty
- Hospitality
- Sport and Active leisure
Functional Skills
As well learning skills for work, you’ll also study - and will need to achieve -
a minimum standard in English, maths and ICT. These skills are essential for
success once you start work.
What can I learn?
The Diploma is normally a two year full-time course, and contains a mix of
core and optional subjects. The core (principal) learning subjects will cover
the main things you’ll need to know and be able to do in your chosen area
delivered through developing your abilities in team working, problem solving,
analysis and research skills - things that employers and universities really
value.
The Diploma will help you to develop the vital skills you need for life
and work, such as team working, creative thinking and self-management.
You will learn and solve problems in situations relating to your chosen
area of work and will develop the people and learning the skills you
need for work and university.