Is it right for you?

Because it's been designed by employers, schools, colleges and universities, doing a Diploma is different. It means that:

• You can learn in new ways and other places
• Like a workshop, another school or college
• You will do lots of problem solving and project work
• This means you get to try out your ideas
• Often, in situations like you'd find at work, college or university
• People like teachers, college lecturers and local businesses will be involved in your course
• And employers in the Diploma subject area you've chosen
• You'll be applying what you learn for real

A typical week for an Advanced Diploma student might include practical workshops or master classes, work experience, learning in the classroom and study at a local college.

Students in Years 10 and 11 will typically spend two days on Diploma study, and the rest on GCSE and core national curriculum subjects. In Years 12 and above, students will spend most of their time focusing on the Diploma.