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Diploma Pathway

Diplomas are not replacing traditional GCSEs and AS/A levels, but instead they give you a different option to these traditional routes, keeping just as many options open for you.

They allow you to take GCSEs or AS/A levels alongside them. Like GCSEs and AS/A levels, they can lead to further study, or to employment with training.

The Diploma is a qualification based around work rather than traditional subjects, and you will have the opportunity to experience different styles of learning in different environments.

You need a whole range of skills in life, not just academic achievement. The Diploma helps you to develop skills and experience that employers, colleges and universities really value. These skills will include teamwork and creative thinking.

You will also develop your English, Maths and ICT abilities, and study other National Curriculum subjects.

For more information on Diplomas in Sunderland, go to the section on Diplomas in Sunderland’s Area Prospectus.

For more information on Diplomas in general, visit the national Diploma website.