The Advanced Diploma

Students who are aged 16-19, can study the Advanced Diploma at LZ6/Macclesfield College, as an alternative to A Levels and Vocational courses such as BTECs.

This is a two year Level 3 qualification which is equivalent to 3.5 A Levels. It is worth up to 420 UCAS points and will allow you to progress on to university, an apprenticeship or into employment.  

 

What will I study?

Advanced Diploma Courses:

• Business, Administration and Finance
• Engineering (Mechanical and Electrical)
• Manufacturing and Product Design

As part of the Advanced Diploma students can also choose to study an A Level that is either related to the diploma subject or a subject that reflects your interests and ambitions. So, for example, if you want a career in IT Management you could choose to study for an Advanced Diploma in Business, Administration & Finance and as your extra qualification you could take A Level Mathematics.

 

 

Information Booklets (PDF)

Year 12 - Choosing your Options
Parents Guide to the New Diploma

 

 

You’ll find more details on all the Diploma qualifications at www.direct.gov.uk/diplomas
This site also contains short entertaining films which give you more information on the Diplomas.