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New Diplomas

These new qualifications are aimed to link study with the world of work, with a strong emphasis on enterprise. The Foundation Diploma is equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grades D-G, the Higher Diploma has a value of 7 GCSEs at grades A*-C while the Advanced Diploma is worth 3.5 A levels.

Modules:	Varies
Hours per week:	Foundation: 17 over 1 year Higher: 20 over 1 year Advanced: 13 per week over 2 years
Assessment:	One unit of study is externally assessed, all others are internally assessed pieces of coursework
Programme:	Students completing these new qualifications will need to achieve all components of the course to be awarded the full Diploma:- Principal learning in the subject area Additional or specialist qualification (could be a GCSE or A level) Personal Learning and Thinking Skills Functional Skills in English, Maths and IT Project A 10 day period of work placement