Diploma in BAF
Introduced in England in September 2008, the Diploma is a new qualification that combines theoretical study with practical experience. People between the ages of 14 - 19 can study a Diploma, which helps students to develop the skills and experience that employers and universities are looking for. Studying for a Diploma will involve learning in the classroom, spending time in an environment more like a workplace, and work experience with an employer. In September 2009, the Diploma in Business, Administration and Finance will be available in schools and colleges.
| Who can study? | What will I learn? |
| What are the levels of learning? | What are my progression options? |
| Further information |
Who can study it?
The Diploma is only available in England and you must be between 14 -19 years old.
What will I learn?
Alongside learning about Business, Administration and Finance, students study English, maths and ICT, and will choose from a range of optional courses. Each Diploma involves working on a project and 10 days work experience, putting the skills being learnt into practice.
Each Diploma will involve a mix of:
- Principal learning which focuses on developing the knowledge and skills that are needed for business, administration and finance, with a real emphasis on learning by doing.
- Generic learning is the compulsory English, maths and ICT skills needed to deal with everyday life - as well as giving a good grounding in the personal, learning and thinking skills.
- Additional and specialist learning, are the extra subjects that are taken beside the Diploma.
What are the levels of learning?
There are three levels of Diploma, each one requiring students to study and achieve to a different level.
Foundation Diploma
This is equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grades D to G
Higher Diploma
This is equivalent to 7 GCSEs at grades A* to C.
Advanced Diploma
This is equivalent to 3 and a half A levels.
Progression Diploma
This is equivalent to 2 and a half A levels.
What are my progression options?
Foundation and Higher Diploma students can continue with education or take their new skills into employment. They can also study for the next level of Diploma, or take a different type of qualification such as GCSEs, A levels, an Advanced Apprenticeship, a BTEC or an NVQ. Advanced and Progression Diploma students can progress into employment or onto higher education.
Further information
You could look at your local area prospectus for your education options at 14 - 19 years old to look where Diplomas are being offered in your local area by clicking here
Talk to a teacher or careers adviser at your school or college or to a Connexions Adviser
www.connexions-direct.com
Visit the Diplomas website
www.yp.direct.gov.uk/diplomas
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