Higher education

The Advanced Diploma in Languages and International Communication has been developed in close consultation with both higher education and employers in order to meet the academic rigour that all higher education institutions require whilst providing students with greater understanding of and experience in applying their knowledge and skills in the workplace. 

Browse our higher education pages to learn more about the Diploma, download a PDF guide on the Advanced Diploma or download our flyer. We've also collated a number of useful links and FAQs connected with the Diploma and higher education. 

Diplomas: preparing students for success in higher education

One of 17 Diplomas, the Diploma in Languages and International Communication will be delivered from 2011.  Equivalent to 3.5 A Levels, the Advanced Diploma will help students to develop research and analytical skills in the target language, learn about linguistics and discourse analysis and the role of languages and communication in the globalised world.  Read more.  

Encouraging language learning

The Diploma in Languages and International Communication can reach out to a wide range of learners and help to take forward the recommendations of the Dearing Review.  Read more. 

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Interested in delivering the Diploma or supporting its development?  We need individuals throughout higher education to make this a successful and credible qualification. Find out how you could get involved.