The Diploma is a new qualification for 14 to 19-year-olds offering a mix of classroom learning, creative thinking and hands-on experience. Very little is known about this new qualification - progression routes through the new Diploma look set to be complex, and parents, students, and teachers have an increasing number of unanswered questions. Understanding the New Diplomas cuts through the government hype and sets out all the facts about this new qualification, including user feedback from first-hand research among the teachers and students. Essential reading for anyone considering on embarking on this new qualification. Written by top specialists in their field, Trotman’s £1 Guides provide essential but accessible information to students and their parents/advisers at the key decision-making points in their school lives. Offering unparalleled value for money, these unique guides are designed for purchase by schools/colleges for distribution to their relevant year groups, parents and teachers.