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The Engineering Diploma "Bringing your learning to life" A brief introduction to engineering Engineers and scientists are crucial for the performance and competitiveness of our country. Science, engineering and technology industries account for more than a quarter of the UK’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Engineers support businesses in areas like research and design and product development. The engineering industry already employs over 1.6 million people, and engineering employers are keen to increase their intake of new, young recruits, with all the right skills. The Engineering Diploma and The Royal Academy of Engineering’s Role The Royal Academy of Engineering is an independent charity that is passionate about the education of the next generation of engineers. Our support for the 14-19 Engineering Diploma is not driven by the Government but by our desire to support the college lecturers and school teachers that are delivering the qualification. In fact it is the Royal Academy that the Government turn to when they need advice about engineering education. We have supported centres, free of charge, as they prepared to deliver the Engineering Diploma for the first time and will continue to build relationships with centres and partner organisations up and down the country. Our aim is to listen to Engineering Diploma practitioners, identify good practice and facilitate the sharing of high quality teaching and learning resources. What is the 14-19 Diploma?
The Diploma will enable you to learn about the skills needed in industry, and equip you with the knowledge required in the workplace. Each Diploma will provide you with general learning opportunities, as well as a tailored industry specific education. You will participate in two weeks work experience. The 14-19 Diploma in Engineering The Diploma will start from from September 2008 and will be available from Levels 1 to 3. i.e. Foundation, Higher and Advanced levels at partner institutions. The engineering diploma provides you with an introduction to the industry and gives an overview of the different sectors, and provides information about career opportunities, and a foundation in engineering principles. What will the key features be? The following themes will be covered in the Diploma:
Is the Diploma in Engineering accepted by universities as a route into higher education? Yes, at Level 3 and taken with the Level 3 Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering, the Diploma is accepted by all UK universities as a route onto an accredited engineering BEng or MEng degree course. The Advanced Diploma was created with input from higher education lecturers and engineering professionals and is equivalent to 3.5 A levels worth 420 UCAS points. The additional Maths for Engineering qualification arms the Advanced Diploma students with a fluency in engineering problem solving, preparing them for the very best degree courses available. Read more about the Advanced Diploma in Engineering as a route into
engineering higher education
982Kb Are you are considering not just teaching, but teaching engineering? Qualifications such as the Engineering Diploma have increased the demand for teachers who have a degree and the background in the broad field of engineering. The Teach Engineering website has many examples of people like you who have made the decision to train to teach engineering. The website also includes other useful information that will help you to make up your mind. For example, where to train to teach engineering and what financial support is available whilst you are training. Further information Unless otherwise
stated, all the documents linked below are
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The Diploma is a new
qualification that provides you with a flexible
and creative way of learning. It uses both practical
and theoretical learning and teaching.
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