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We'll keep you up to date with the latest news connected with the Diploma in Languages and International Communication, as well as broader developments for languages and culture in schools and the wider world. You can also find our newsletters and releases here, and sign up for updates from the Diploma team.

DateDescription
01 March 2010'We must ensure Diplomas have a colourful future'
26 February 2010Employers rank languages the most desirable skill after IT
15 February 2010'We need more than English'
21 January 2010Diploma messages hit home in schools
08 January 2010Elizabeth Anne Fallaize, 1950-2009
05 January 2010Mandarin 'should be available for all pupils'
17 December 2009Languages graduates among highest earners
30 November 2009Businesses supporting Diploma receive awards
23 October 2009Awards for businesses supporting language learning
21 October 2009Universities should 'engage with and support' the Diploma to improve take-up
08 October 2009CBI HE report cites value of languages
09 September 2009Interested in teaching the Diploma from 2011?
28 August 2009Guidance for Awarding Bodies now available
31 July 2009Line of Learning Statement and Criteria published
17 July 2009Motivating learners - article in the TES
09 July 2009Article in The Independent by Diploma Chair
03 July 2009Languages and Film Talent Awards - LAFTAs
02 July 2009European Awards for Languages
28 April 2009Article in The Linguist: 'Halting the decline'
28 April 2009Chair's vision for the Diploma
27 April 2009Complete an online questionnaire on the Line of Learning Criteria!
02 April 2009Jack, 16: Why I'm continuing with French
19 March 2009Article in the Daily Mail: 'Speaking of success'
12 March 2009A new name: Diploma in Languages and International Communication
21 February 2009European Commission faces shortage of interpreters
20 February 2009Survey on progression from the Diploma into Higher Education
09 February 2009Complete our online questionnaire on the Diploma in Languages!
04 February 2009Sir Alan Jones speaks out for the Diploma
08 January 2009European Award for Languages
02 December 2008Consultation on the Line of Learning Statement
25 November 2008Seeking young people's opinions
01 November 2008How speaking languages can boost your career
01 September 2008Try life in another language
03 April 2008GoSkills to lead development of new 14-19 qualification

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