Is it for me?

You need a whole range of skills in life, as well as academic achievement. The Diploma helps you to develop the skills and experience that employers and universities are looking for, and really value. And you can do this without committing yourself to a career in a particular work area.

Studying for a Diploma will be different to the normal school or college day that you’re used to. As well as learning in the classroom, you can also spend time in an environment more like a workplace, such as a workshop, and do work experience with an employer. It's possible that you might spend time outside your normal school or college, perhaps attending another one in your area.

You’ll develop skills that include creative thinking and teamwork, alongside compulsory subjects like English, maths and ICT. When you’ve completed your Diploma course, you can choose to do further study then go on to college or university; or into a job and training.