This page features links to official documents on the theme of The Diploma programme of study.
To narrow down the list to a particular source (eg, QCDA, DCSF), make a selection from the list and click Go.
To access a particular document, click the green button to the right of the name.

Nuts and Bolts guides are intended to offer practical guidance for practitioners who are preparing to deliver principal learning in the Diploma at any level.

Some useful guidelines, case studies and tips for Diploma design and delivery to support members of 14-19 consortia involved in planning and teaching the Foundation Diploma.

This guidance communicates key messages to centres planning to deliver the Higher Diploma for post-16 learners over one year from September 2009.

This guidance is intended to support schools and colleges in planning their curriculum to cater to the needs of both Foundation and Higher Diploma learners.

This guidance is for all of those who are planning for Diploma delivery across 14 lines of learning and who are looking ahead to the entitlement of 2013.

This guidance is for Diploma practitioners and senior staff in centres and consortia who are teaching the Foundation Diploma or who are planning to offer it in the future.

Guidance for Diploma practitioners, senior staff in centres and consortia who are offering the Higher Diploma as a post-16 one-year course or planning to offer it in the future.

This guidance is designed to help practitioners, and those responsible for planning the curriculum offer, in planning and delivery of progression opportunities at a local level.

A report which places key ideas about teaching and learning for the Diploma in an international context and reflects on issues of concern to schools, colleges and other partners.

A guide is for all those who are accountable for the successful completion of work experience in Diploma programmes.
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