Graduates from the polytechnics and colleges can then join the workforce and later obtain a specialised higher diploma qualification after a further one to two years of training, or join the university - usually in the second or third year of their respective course.

The ABRSM is one of three examination boards accredited by Ofqual to award graded exams and diploma qualifications in music within the UK's National Qualifications Framework (along with the London College of Music and Trinity College London).

TAFE courses provide students an opportunity for certificate, diploma, and advanced diploma qualifications in a wide range of areas.

Bay of Plenty Polytechnic is an accredited provider of national certificate qualifications (Levels 1 to 4) and national diploma qualifications (Levels 5 to 7).

Certificates and Diplomas The college offers a number of vocational certificate and diploma qualifications for students to study across a range of disciplines, from Art to Travel.

Perpetuity Training, a Leicester based training provider, delivers a certificate and a diploma qualification via distance learning on behalf of the Security Institute.

September saw the launch of the Government's new diploma qualifications.

The requirements for selection are similar to that of officers - graduation with either GCE Advanced Level or polytechnic diploma qualifications.

London College of Music Examinations (LCM Examinations) is an examinations board offering graded and diploma qualifications in music, and in drama & communication.

The Visiting School enrolls students on the minimum academic qualification of O-level subjects plus a relevant certificate or diploma qualification.