For the last few years the College has offered young people who are still at school the opportunity to develop their education with the delivery of the 'New Diplomas'. Courses are studied alongside GCSEs and combine theoretical and practical elements in a range of different subject areas. Students will benefit from small class sizes and individual attention in a supportive environment.
The new Diplomas:
Combine theoretical class work with practical experience
Students will be based at their school but do part of their studying at Farnborough College of Technology
Students will gain knowledge, understanding and skills they need to go on to employment, college or university.
What are Diplomas worth?
A Foundation Diploma is the same as 5 GCSEs at grades D - G The Higher Diploma is the same as 7 GCSEs at grades A* - C The Advanced Diploma is the same as 3.5 A levels
A Progression Diploma is also available, equivalent to 2.5 A levels An Extended Diploma will be available in 2011, containing extra maths, English and Additional and Specialist Learning
What’s different?
The Diploma will help you develop work-relevant skills, as well as English, maths and ICT, in a creative and enjoyable way. It will appeal to students who like practical subjects, problem solving and applying what they learn to real situations.
It’s important to note that the new Diploma does not replace GCSEs or A levels. At Key Stage 4, you will take GCSEs alongside the Diploma and post-16 can take additional A levels as well.